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Job Title: RF Test EngineerJob Description
We are seeking a dedicated RF Test Engineer to join our team. The role involves working collaboratively with team members to maintain, calibrate, and deploy hardware testers, as well as executing environmental test campaigns to produce test reports that demonstrate unit performance.
Responsibilities
The position is onsite in Redmond, primarily during day hours. Occasionally, extra hours or weekends may be required during high-demand periods. The role offers a unique opportunity to enhance your resume and gain valuable experience with testing initiatives. Benefits include seven paid holidays and 15 days of PTO annually.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Redmond, WA.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $65.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
At Actalent, Diversity And Inclusion Are a Bridge Towards The Equity And Success Of Our People. DE&I Is Embedded Into Our Culture Through
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.
We are seeking a dedicated RF Test Engineer to join our team. The role involves working collaboratively with team members to maintain, calibrate, and deploy hardware testers, as well as executing environmental test campaigns to produce test reports that demonstrate unit performance.
Responsibilities
- Maintain, calibrate, and deploy hardware testers.
- Execute environmental test campaigns such as HALT, ALT, and HASS.
- Ensure testers are calibrated and fit for running tests.
- Notify team members of any issues and work towards resolving them.
- Coordinate with the Test Execution Lead for conducting all test campaigns.
- Provide regular updates on test execution status.
- Report any blocking issues and work on mitigations.
- Work with RF/Microwave hardware and utilize common RF test equipment, including spectrum analyzers and signal generators.
- Handle RF components such as couplers, waveguides, and adapters.
- Familiarize with common RF measurements for digital communication radios to ensure accurate and valid results.
- Ensure test racks are properly calibrated.
- Handle space-grade hardware with care.
- Generate test reports and share results with team members.
- Experience in RF Testing
- Proficiency in Python scripting or test stand experience for hardware automation
- 5-10 years of experience in test execution for RF
- Experience with RF tuning or test equipment
- Troubleshooting skills
- Knowledge of test automation software
- Experience with vibe, thermal, TVAC, and calibration
The position is onsite in Redmond, primarily during day hours. Occasionally, extra hours or weekends may be required during high-demand periods. The role offers a unique opportunity to enhance your resume and gain valuable experience with testing initiatives. Benefits include seven paid holidays and 15 days of PTO annually.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Redmond, WA.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $65.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Redmond,WA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 8, 2026.
At Actalent, Diversity And Inclusion Are a Bridge Towards The Equity And Success Of Our People. DE&I Is Embedded Into Our Culture Through
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
- Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.
Salary : $60 - $65