RF Test Engineer Job at Actalent, Ronks, PA

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  • Actalent
  • Ronks, PA

Job Description

The role is based in our Lancaster facility and involves close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. You will have access to state-of-the-art testing equipment and technologies. The position requires adherence to high safety standards and involves working on defense-related contracts. Job Description Step into a hands-on engineering role at a leading developer of advanced RF and microwave technologies for national defense. Your primary focus will be testing high-performance RF systems, particularly those leveraging Traveling Wave Tube (TWT) technology—crucial in radar, electronic warfare, and secure communication platforms. Responsibilities Design and implement RF testing protocols for TWT-based amplifiers and associated systems. Operate advanced test equipment such as network analyzers, signal generators, and spectrum analyzers to evaluate device performance. Analyze system-level RF behavior, identify signal anomalies, and support root cause investigations. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including electrical, thermal, and mechanical engineers. Conduct compliance and performance testing under MIL-STD and other military specifications. Record and communicate test results to drive product refinement and reliability improvements. Essential Skills Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related discipline. 2+ years of experience in RF test engineering, preferably with high-power amplifier or microwave tube systems. Strong understanding of waveguide theory, impedance matching, and signal propagation. Familiarity with RF modeling and simulation tools such as MATLAB, LabVIEW, CST, and ADS. Excellent analytical and documentation skills. Must be eligible to obtain a DoD Security Clearance due to defense-related contracts. Additional Skills & Qualifications Outstanding attention to detail and a strong work ethic. Good command of high voltage electrical apparatus. Precautionary habits and work safety. Work Environment The role is based in our Lancaster facility and involves close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. You will have access to state-of-the-art testing equipment and technologies. The position requires adherence to high safety standards and involves working on defense-related contracts. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Pay And Benefits The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $55.00/hr. 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) About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options. Seniority level Entry level Employment type Contract Job function Engineering and Information Technology Industries Business Consulting and Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Actalent by 2x Get notified about new Radio Frequency Test Engineer jobs in Ronks, PA . We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr Actalent

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