About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Role Overview

Confidential Client is seeking an Associate Electronics / Antenna Test Engineer to join their Mission Systems team in Baltimore, MD. This is an entry-level, full-time position on 4th shift focused on RF and antenna test development and execution in a government contracting environment. Candidates must be U.S. citizens and hold (or be able to maintain) a DoD Secret clearance.

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What You’ll Do

• Support antenna and RF test activities in an Antenna Test Engineering (ATE) group, including near-field and compact range testing.
• Operate and maintain RF and electrical test equipment (e.g., oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, power meters).
• Develop, run, and troubleshoot automated test sequences using software tools (e.g., MATLAB, C#, Visual Basic, MATE).
• Collect, analyze, and report measurement data; help maintain test documentation and procedures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to support sensor/antenna integration and verification.
• Contribute to test development, calibration, and continuous improvement efforts for test processes and fixtures.
• Work 4th shift schedule and support occasional travel (~10%).

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Basic Qualifications (Required)

A candidate must meet ALL of the following:

• Completion of, or actively completing, a degree (Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD) in Electrical Engineering or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution.
• U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.
• Current, active Department of Defense (DoD) Secret clearance (or equivalent as noted).
• Experience using electrical and/or RF test equipment (oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, power meters).
• Professional software development experience with at least one language/tool such as C#, Visual Basic, MATLAB, or MATE.
• Ability and willingness to work 4th shift.

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Preferred Qualifications

• Cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0 or higher (for recent graduates).
• Software development experience specific to RF and antenna systems.
• Experience developing tests for near-field and/or compact antenna ranges.
• Prior RF test or antenna range experience.
• Familiarity with RF and antenna theory and measurement techniques.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range (posted): $72,700 to $109,100 per year.
• Competitive benefits package typical of government contracting employers (healthcare, paid time off, retirement plans, learning & development). Specific benefits and eligibility will be provided by our client during the hiring process.

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Location & Shift

• Location: Baltimore, MD (on-site).
• Shift: 4th shift. Some travel expected (~10%).

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Additional Information

• This opportunity is entry-level but expects demonstrated practical experience with RF/electrical test equipment and basic software development skills.
• Candidates with active security clearances and prior antenna test experience will be prioritized.
• Careertakes will share candidate information with Confidential Client as part of the recruitment process. Final hiring decisions are made by people at the client.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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