Senior RF Test and Integration Engineer

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies

RF test engineer developing automated wireless ECU validation for Rivian-Volkswagen automotive technology. Designing Python-based RF systems across labs, reliability environments, and manufacturing facilities.

Posted 8/19/2026full-timePalo Alto • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $117,200 - $175,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Expertise in developing automated RF test solutions and test equipment for wireless technologies, with strong proficiency in Python programming and experience in automotive and electronics industries. Ability to collaborate across teams to define test requirements and strategies while ensuring compliance with industry standards.

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Automated Test Equipment (ATE) DesignRF Test InstrumentationPython ProgrammingWireless Connectivity TestingAutomotive Communication Protocols

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Hard Skills

RF EngineeringTest Equipment DevelopmentSignal AnalysisCircuit DesignCalibration ProceduresAI Coding AgentsPath Loss UnderstandingElectrical Schematics ReadingAutomated TestingManufacturing Deployment

Tools & Technologies

Vector Signal AnalyzersSpectrum AnalyzersWireless Connectivity TestersProgrammable Power SuppliesDMMsSignal GeneratorsMultifunction DAQ DevicesRF Switch MatricesGNSS SimulatorsProgrammable Attenuators

Industry Keywords

AutomotiveWireless ElectronicsConsumer ElectronicsSemiconductorAerospaceCAN ProtocolAutomotive EthernetUSBSPII2C

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead development of automated RF test solutions for connectivity and vehicle access ECUs
Design and build automated test equipment for Wi-Fi, Bluetooth/BLE, cellular LTE/5G, UWB, NFC, and GNSS
Develop conducted and over-the-air setups, shield boxes/chambers, RF switch matrices, and cabled path calibration
Define test requirements and testing strategies with RF, antenna, and electronics design teams
Specify RF path budgets, calibration strategies, and fixture designs for software and hardware automation teams
Develop custom Python test sequences using the standard automation framework and AI coding agents
Integrate firmware, hardware, and software end-to-end, including DUT bring-up, radio test modes, vendor commands, bootloaders, flashing flows, and instrument controls
Build reliability lab and high-volume manufacturing test solutions
Create documented test cases, calibration procedures, and operating procedures
Lead deployment using GR&R, CPK, stress testing, and fault injection
Collaborate with validation, reliability, EMC, regulatory/homologation, carrier certification, and product launch teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS/MS or equivalent work experience in Electrical, Electronics, or RF Engineering
5+ years of relevant experience designing automated test equipment (ATE) for electronics, including meaningful RF/wireless experience
Hands-on experience testing at least two of Wi-Fi, Bluetooth/BLE, cellular (LTE/5G), UWB, NFC, and GNSS
Experience with RF test instrumentation, including vector signal analyzers/generators, wireless connectivity testers, spectrum analyzers, VNAs, GNSS simulators, power meters, programmable attenuators, and RF switch matrices
Understanding of RF fundamentals, including path loss, cable/fixture calibration, VSWR, return loss, shielding, isolation, de-embedding, and conducted versus OTA measurement tradeoffs
Ability to read electrical circuits and schematics, navigate PCB layouts, and understand product data sheets
Experience in automotive, wireless/consumer electronics, semiconductor, or aerospace industries
Familiarity with vehicle communication protocols such as CAN, CAN-FD, DoIP, Automotive Ethernet, and LIN
Experience with industrial buses and protocols including USB, VISA, GPIB, Ethernet, Serial, RS-485, SPI, and I2C
Experience supporting automated test equipment deployment in manufacturing environments
Experience with programmable power supplies, multiplexers, DMMs, signal generators, and multifunction DAQ devices
Solid Python programming experience
Demonstrated use of AI coding agents such as Claude Code, Copilot, Cursor, or similar, with human verification of generated code
Must be authorized to work in the United States

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual company performance bonus program for eligible full-time positions
Equity in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs)
Health coverage
Retirement savings
Time off
Family planning programs