Demo

RF Test Automation Engineer (Electrical Eng.)

Mercury Systems
Oxnard, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/14/2026
Job Summary

Mercury Systems is seeking the best and brightest talent to help us bring cutting-edge technology to mission critical aerospace and defense applications, advancing innovation where it matters most. As a Sr. RF Test Automation Engineer, you will develop and support RF test automation systems for aerospace and defense programs. Our test systems automate the RF testing and calibration of our products which includes: controlling the device under test, RF test equipment, switch matrices, ovens and temperature plates, performing RF measurements, and collecting, storing and processing data. Role involves working with hardware and software--Strong RF test and programming skills are required. This position allows you to be impactful by implementing things from the initial engineering phase to get a product working all the way to production

Job Responsibilities Include

  • Building and supporting RF test automation hardware and software
  • Design, assemble, and validate new RF test systems for use in a production environment
  • Create automation tools for use by RF and digital engineers during product development
  • Maintain and upgrade existing systems

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or equivalent experience and ideally 4 years of professional development experience including RF engineering
  • Proficient with RF test equipment such as:
    • Signal Generators
    • Spectrum Analyzers
    • Network Analyzers
    • Noise Figure Meters
  • Proficient with RF measurements such as:
    • Gain
    • VSWR
    • IMD
    • P1dB
    • Spurious
    • Phase Noise
  • Proficient lab bench and hardware skills: soldering, mechanical assembly
  • Proficient with Windows Office tools, especially Excel
  • Proficient in C#/F#/Java/Python or similar.
  • Experience with software team collaboration tools such as Git, Bitbucket, Jira
  • An Active DoD security clearance
Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Visual Studio or Visual Studio Code
  • Experience with SQL/Databases

Location:

  • This position is on-site at Mercury Systems Oxnard, CA location.
  • Enjoy every other Friday off with our 9/80 work schedule!

Full-Time Equivalent Annual Salary Range: $84,000 - $168,000 for an Individual Contributor III at Oxnard CA USA.

The disclosed salary range is a general guideline for Mercury team members employed at the job level at the location listed above and does not include overtime for eligible hourly employees.

"This position requires you to have or obtain a government security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens."

Why should you join Mercury Systems?

Mercury Systems is a technology company that makes the world a safer, more secure place. We push processing power to the tactical edge, making the latest commercial technologies profoundly more accessible for today's most challenging aerospace and defense missions. From silicon to system scale, Mercury enables customers to accelerate innovation and turn data into decision superiority. Headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, Mercury employs more than 2,300 people in 24 locations worldwide. To learn more, visit mrcy.com



Our Culture

We are committed to making Mercury a great place to work, no matter where our employees are located. We offer a casual and enjoyable atmosphere that allows employees to learn and grow. We help and care for one another and work as one to achieve results for us and for our customers. We value communication and transparency, and strive to foster two-way dialogue at all levels of the organization. We are committed to lifelong learning, offering comprehensive skills training and tuition reimbursement. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or you are an experienced professional, it's important to us that you feel recognized and rewarded for your contributions.

To find out more about Why Mercury?, or visit the Mercury Community or find answers to general questions at Mercury FAQs

Mercury Systems is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, creed, citizenship, disability, protected veteran or marital status.

As an equal opportunity employer, Mercury Systems is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the number below.

(978) 256-1300

Salary : $84,000 - $168,000

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a RF Test Automation Engineer (Electrical Eng.)?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the RF Test Automation Engineer (Electrical Eng.) career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$77,212 - $88,935
Income Estimation: 
$101,213 - $124,848
Income Estimation: 
$90,267 - $107,792
Income Estimation: 
$90,926 - $113,495
Income Estimation: 
$102,148 - $116,687
Income Estimation: 
$102,148 - $116,687
Income Estimation: 
$125,799 - $152,617
Income Estimation: 
$110,220 - $132,692
Income Estimation: 
$111,195 - $140,107
Income Estimation: 
$126,558 - $144,904
Income Estimation: 
$126,558 - $144,904
Income Estimation: 
$151,084 - $181,738
Income Estimation: 
$133,507 - $160,824
Income Estimation: 
$136,663 - $175,160
Income Estimation: 
$157,953 - $182,694
Income Estimation: 
$110,220 - $132,692
Income Estimation: 
$151,084 - $181,738
Income Estimation: 
$133,507 - $160,824
Income Estimation: 
$136,663 - $175,160
Income Estimation: 
$157,953 - $182,694
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Mercury Systems

  • Mercury Systems Hudson, NH
  • Back 182d Principal Manufacturing Engineer #25-377 Hudson, New Hampshire, United States Apply X Facebook LinkedIn Email Copy Job Description Mercury System... more
  • 13 Days Ago

  • Mercury Systems Phoenix, AZ
  • Job Summary Mercury Systems is seeking a highly experienced and dynamic operations leader to serve as Sr. Manager, Factory Operations. In this role you wil... more
  • 14 Days Ago

  • Mercury Systems Huntsville, AL
  • Job Summary: Mercury Systems Mixed Signal business unit is developing sophisticated mission-critical embedded technology to withstand the most rugged envir... more
  • 15 Days Ago

  • Mercury Systems Andover, MA
  • Job Summary Mercury Systems seeks a talented principal electrical engineer to deliver cutting-edge solutions for mission-critical aerospace and defense app... more
  • 15 Days Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other RF Test Automation Engineer (Electrical Eng.) jobs in the Oxnard, CA area that may be a better fit.

  • Mercury Systems Oxnard, CA
  • Job Summary: Mercury Systems is seeking the best and brightest talent to help us bring cutting-edge technology to mission critical aerospace and defense ap... more
  • 29 Days Ago

  • Mercury Systems Oxnard, CA
  • Back 7h RF Test Automation Engineer (Electrical Eng.) #25-427 Oxnard, California, United States Apply X Facebook LinkedIn Email Copy Job Description Job Su... more
  • 1 Month Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!