Antenna Test Engineer III

BLUE ORIGIN

. Architect and lead the testing of advanced phased-array antenna systems supporting mission-critical, high-reliability space-based communications.

Posted 4/24/2026full-timeGreater Seattle Area • California, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $130,706 - $182,987 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Architect and lead the testing of advanced phased-array antenna systems supporting mission-critical, high-reliability space-based communications.
Drive antenna validation strategy and execution from early concept development through environmental and final qualifications.
Plan, write, and execute test plans and procedures for phased array antennas and RF subsystems.
Work closely with antenna and mechanical designers to transform their designs into hardware.
Fabricate and assemble antenna components and subsystems according to engineering drawings and RF specifications.
Develop test plans and procedures and execute test campaigns for phased array and parabolic antennas.
Lead prototype fabrication, assembly, and antenna testing (near-field, far-field, and environmental testing).
Support the entire hardware lifecycle, guiding the fabrication, characterization, and environmental qualification (e.g., thermal-vac, vibration, radiation) of antenna systems.
Document designs, analyses, and test results in technical reports and reviews.

Requirements

What you’ll need

B.S. in Electrical Engineering with 5+ years of experience in RF antenna testing or M.S. in Electrical Engineering or a related field with 3+ years of experience in RF antenna testing.
Solid understanding of electromagnetic theory and its application to antenna design, particularly phased arrays.
Familiarity with environmental and qualification testing for space or high-reliability applications (thermal vacuum, vibration, EMI/EMC).
Proven experience supporting the design and development of antennas and associated hardware.
Proficiency with at least one major 3D electromagnetic simulation tool (e.g., TICRA, HFSS, CST).
Extensive experience with RF test equipment, such as spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, waveform generators, and network analyzers.
Familiarity with antenna measurement techniques and anechoic chamber testing.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance
Paid parental leave
Short and long-term disability
401(k) with a company match of up to 5%
Education Support Program
Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays

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Hard Skills & Tools

RF antenna testingelectromagnetic theoryantenna designphased arraysenvironmental testingqualification testingantenna measurement techniquestest plans and proceduresprototype fabricationhardware lifecycle support