Test Engineer (RF Systems)
Aberdeen, Maryland
Engineering /
Full-time /
Hybrid
Nextgen is looking for a detail-oriented Test Engineer with hands-on experience in RF systems and a strong background in test planning and execution. This role is integral to validating system performance and ensuring readiness of AI/ML-enabled RF prototypes through structured testing, configuration control, and technical coordination.
Responsibilities:
- Develop, document, and execute test plans, procedures, and reports for RF and system-level testing.
- Conduct functional, performance, and integration tests across simulated, lab, and hardware-in-the-loop environments.
- Identify, configure, and maintain RF test equipment (e.g., signal generators, spectrum analyzers, vector network analyzers, SDRs, antennas, power meters) to ensure test readiness.
- Coordinate test events, including RF transmission and live range tests, ensuring compliance with safety and spectrum regulations.
- Design and maintain automated test scripts and tools using Python or C++ to support validation and regression testing.
- Collaborate with software developers and system engineers to define test requirements, instrument interfaces, and troubleshoot hardware/software integration issues.
- Capture and analyze test data, identify defects, and support root-cause analysis of system anomalies.
- Manage bug tracking, change requests, and test documentation to maintain configuration control.
- Plan and oversee lab setup, calibration, and maintenance to ensure test fidelity.
- Participate in live system testing, demonstrations, and field events at various locations (travel required).
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- 2+ years of experience in test engineering, system verification, or validation of RF or embedded systems.
- Experience developing and executing structured test plans and writing detailed test documentation.
- Proficiency with Python and familiarity with RF test equipment (spectrum analyzers, signal generators, etc.).
- Knowledge of software build processes, automation tools, and data analysis techniques.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Active TS/SCI clearance required.
About NextGen:
NextGen Federal Systems is an innovative technology and professional services provider specializing in advanced software solutions and comprehensive mission and business support services. We work in close collaboration with our customers to truly understand their business and mission goals. Our approach is to design, build, implement, and manage solutions that measurably improve our client’s organizational performance. We have established and foster a corporate culture where we:
•Treat employees with fairness and respect regardless of their position, sexual identity, race, or tenure.
•Communicate the importance of our mission and our employees’ contributions to it, ensuring they understand how their job role contributes to the greater good.
•Openly promote and communicate our ideas for change and adaptability.
•Strive to achieve results as an organization.
•Hold employees accountable to their commitments and provide incentives that encourage positive and productive behaviors.
•Value the talents and contributions of our employees as the key factor for our success.
•Create an environment where people can engage at all levels.
•Encourage people to take risks and allow them to make mistakes.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
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