RF Test Engineer

Job Title: RF Test Engineer

Location: San Diego, California

Day 1 Onsite at customer location

Fulltime only

Salary-$115k with benefits.

Requirements

Strong hands-on experience in RF testing, wireless device validation, or cellular modem testing.

Practical understanding of 5G NR SA, including FDD and TDD bands.

Experience with Reference Sensitivity Testing and RF performance benchmarking.

Familiarity with R&S, Keysight, Anritsu or equivalent cellular network simulators/test platforms.

Ability to work with RF automation tools and execute algorithm-driven test flows.

Understanding of 3GPP TS 38-521-1 test methodology, especially sensitivity-related test conditions.

Experience working with RF parameters such as bandwidth, SCS, ARFCN, power class, MCS, Rx chain configuration, and transmission mode.

Ability to analyze RF test results and identify correlation or discrepancies between test platforms.

Working knowledge of data reporting formats such as CSV and dashboard/reporting tools such as Tableau.

Preferred Skills

Prior experience supporting Customer or similar high-compliance product validation environments.

Experience in conducted RF testing using shielded environments.

Experience creating test matrices across bands, bandwidths, and radio configurations.

Ability to validate vendor-provided automation test lists and cross-check them against 3GPP specifications.

Strong documentation, issue tracking, and technical communication skills.

Ability to work independently after project-specific training.

Tools / Equipment Exposure

R&S, Keysight, Anritsu test equipment

Devices / DUTs for testing

Deliverables

Band-by-band RF test results comparing Test platforms.

Test case-level correlation data across applicable 3GPP-based configurations.

Discrepancy reports highlighting gaps or issues observed during testing.

Results in CSV or Tableau format, as agreed with the project team.

Regular status updates through weekly meetings and email follow-ups with Customer and DRIs.

Experience and Education

Recommended JD

• Experience: 5-7 years in RF testing, cellular modem validation, 5G NR validation, wireless device testing, or telecom productization testing.
• Education:

Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.

Diverse Lynx LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive due consideration for employment without any discrimination. All applicants will be evaluated solely on the basis of their ability, competence and their proven capability to perform the functions outlined in the corresponding role. We promote and support a diverse workforce across all levels in the company.