About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Aerospace & Defense — Engineering.

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

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What You’ll Do

• Conduct testing on multi-channel RF modules, characterizing both receive and transmit behavior.
• Maintain, calibrate and troubleshoot rack-mount test stations and automated test scripts (LabVIEW).
• Execute RF/microwave measurement procedures using spectrum analyzers, real-time spectrum analyzers, VNAs and PNAs.
• Collect, analyze and document test data; create clear reports and work with design teams to resolve issues.
• Consult with RF module design and assembly teams to support prototype evaluation and production transfers.

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What You’ll Learn

• Hands-on RF/microwave module characterization techniques and best practices.
• Use of test equipment: spectrum/analyzers, RSAs, VNAs and PNAs.
• RF/microwave component and module design considerations.
• Software and tools commonly used in RF engineering: Python, LabVIEW, Keysight ADS, HFSS, Cadence Virtuoso, MATLAB, CST, Mentor Graphics’ Expedition, AutoCAD, C++, Java and data-analysis tools.
• Practical data analysis and reporting for engineering decisions.

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Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related STEM field.
• U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance (DoD Secret). An active clearance may be required at hire.

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Qualifications We Prefer

• Coursework or academic background in Microwave Engineering, Microwave Systems, Electromagnetic Theory or Radar Systems.
• Experience with microwave testing techniques and RF test setups.
• Experience with GaAs and/or GaN MMIC devices.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate across engineering teams.

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Location & Role Type

• Work location: Andover, MA (358 Lowell St — Dukes Building).
• Role type: Full-time, Onsite. Candidates should expect to work on-site primarily; select interview steps may be required in-person.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range (good-faith estimate): $57,200 — $108,800 USD per year. Final offer will consider role, experience, location and skills.
• Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, parental leave and other programs (benefits depend on business unit and eligibility).

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Security & Eligibility

• Security requirement: Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance is required. Only U.S. citizens are eligible for this clearance.
• In some cases an active DoD Secret clearance is required at start; please only apply if you meet the citizenship and clearance eligibility requirements.

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Additional Details

• Industry: Aerospace & Defense — Engineering.
• Application window: the hiring timeline may change based on candidate flow and business needs.

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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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