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Called SpaceMobile, this ultra-powerful network is being designed to provide connectivity at 4G/5G speeds everywhere on the planet - on land, at sea and in flight.\nPosition Overview \nWe are seeking an entry-level RF Test Engineer to join our Hardware Test team. This role will support the design, execution, and automation of RF test procedures for products and systems. The engineer will work closely with senior RF engineers, hardware designers, suppliers, and production teams to help ensure products meet performance and compliance specifications. \nKey Responsibilities \nSet up and execute RF tests, including S-parameters, gain, noise figure, power output, spectral purity, harmonics, and intermodulation, using bench equipment such as vector network analyzers (VNAs), spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and power meters. \nAssist with developing and maintaining automated test scripts using Python, LabVIEW, or similar tools for RF characterization and production testing. \nRecord, analyze, and document test data, and identify and report anomalies or failures. \nSupport the debugging of RF hardware issues in partnership with design engineers. \nBuild and maintain test fixtures and laboratory test setups. \nAssist with coordination of regulatory and compliance testing, including FCC and CE requirements. \nMaintain calibration schedules for RF test equipment. \nPrepare clear test reports and procedure documentation. \nCollaborate with cross-functional teams, including RF design, firmware, production, and quality. \nQualifications \nEducation \nBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, RF/Microwave Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. \nExperience \nFoundational understanding of RF and microwave theory, including S-parameters, impedance matching, transmission lines, and modulation. \nFamiliarity with RF test equipment, including VNAs, spectrum analyzers, and signal generators. \nBasic scripting or programming ability, with Python preferred for test automation. \nWillingness to learn and work in a hands-on laboratory environment. \nAbility and willingness to work 100% on-site and relocate to Dallas or Midland, Texas, or Arlington, Virginia, within one month of accepting the position. \nPreferred Qualifications \nInternship, coursework, or project experience involving RF circuits, antennas, or wireless systems. \nExposure to LabVIEW, MATLAB, or instrument control using SCPI or GPIB. \nFamiliarity with wireless standards such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, cellular, or GPS. \nUnderstanding of electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and regulatory testing fundamentals. \nSoft Skills \nStrong analytical and troubleshooting skills. \nClear written and verbal communication skills. \nAbility to collaborate effectively across engineering, production, supplier, and quality teams. \nAttention to detail when documenting procedures, test configurations, results, and failures. \nTechnology Stack \nRF bench equipment: vector network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and power meters. \nTest automation and analysis: Python; LabVIEW and MATLAB preferred. \nInstrument control interfaces and protocols: SCPI and GPIB. \nPhysical Requirements \nAbility to work in an on-site engineering laboratory environment and use a computer for extended periods. \nAbility to set up and operate RF test equipment, test fixtures, cables, and related bench hardware. \nAbility to safely handle laboratory equipment and follow applicable environmental, health, and safety procedures. \nCompensation and Career Development \nCompetitive salary range of $88,000 to $93,000, plus benefits. \nMentorship from senior RF engineers and hands-on training with industry-standard test equipment. \nCareer growth opportunities within RF and hardware engineering, including worldwide deployment across office and gateway locations on five continents. \nBenefits & Perks\nAt AST, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance.\nMedical, Dental, and Vision Insurance\n401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match\nCompany-Paid Short-Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance\nCompany-Paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance\nHealth Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Options\nEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)\nVoluntary Supplemental Benefits\nPaid Time Off (PTO) and Company Holidays\nCareer Growth and Development Opportunities\nThis job description may not be inclusive to the duties and responsibilities listed. Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time or the scope of the job may change as needed by business demands. \nAST SpaceMobile is an Equal Opportunity, at will Employer; employment is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.","description_format":"text","description_chars":5250,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":null,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":{"level":"bachelor","optional":false},"security_clearance":false,"languages":[]},"benefits":["Growth opportunities","Retirement plans","Vision insurance"],"hiring_locations":[],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":true,"industries":["Satellite Communications","Satellite Manufacturing","Mobile Networks"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-11-11T04:04:51Z"}],"visa":[{"country":"US","licensed_sponsor":true,"adverts_offering_sponsorship_24m":0,"sanctioned_now":false,"evidence":"H-1B filings in 12 months: 12 · green card filings: 3","filings_12m":12,"filings_prev_12m":2,"green_card_filings_12m":3,"median_offered_wage_usd":139833,"route":null,"cap_exempt":false,"checked_at":"2026-11-10T11:34:35+00:00","sources":["US Department of Labor: LCA disclosure data (H-1B, H-1B1, E-3)","US Department of Labor: PERM disclosure data (green cards)"],"filings_for_role_12m":4}],"liveness":{"score":86,"band":"hot","label":"Hiring now","p_open":1,"p_active":0.86,"p_room":1,"age_days":0,"expected_fill_days":114,"reasons":["conf:1","win:early","comp:junior,brand"],"computed_at":"2026-11-11T05:41:48Z"},"pay":{"stated_usd_annual":93000,"is_top_pay":false},"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/ast-spacemobile-rf-test-engineer-i","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/ast-spacemobile-rf-test-engineer-i.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-11-11T05:41:48Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers","about":"Alion is a live layer of people, companies and AI agents: who they are, whether they are real and active right now, what they do and how to work with them, readable by people and by agents and paid per call.","catalog":"https://alion.io/catalog.json","usage":{"tier":"crawler_verified","counted_by":"address","units_charged":1,"used_today":7615,"day_limit":null,"remaining_today":null,"minute_limit":300,"resets_at":"2026-11-12T00:00:00Z"}},"offers":[{"id":"company.slices","title":"One company in depth, by slice","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.1,"usd":0.01,"plus_per_slice":{"credits":0.05,"usd":0.005}},"unit":"per company, plus each slice with data","note":"the employer in depth","call":{"mcp_tool":"get_company","arguments":{"id":2057930},"rest":"https://alion.io/mcp/rest/get_company?id=2057930"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.slices&for=job%2Fast-spacemobile-rf-test-engineer-i"},{"id":"market.stats","title":"A market slice: pay, demand and time to fill","status":"live","price":{"credits":2,"usd":0.2},"unit":"per slice","note":"pay, demand and time to fill for this role and place","call":{"mcp_tool":"market_stats"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=market.stats&for=job%2Fast-spacemobile-rf-test-engineer-i"},{"id":"job.search","title":"Open jobs by role, technology, place, pay and visa","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.1,"usd":0.01},"unit":"per posting in a list","note":"similar open postings","call":{"mcp_tool":"search_jobs"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=job.search&for=job%2Fast-spacemobile-rf-test-engineer-i"},{"id":"company.verify","title":"Is this company real and active right now","status":"pilot","price":null,"unit":"per company","request":{"url":"https://alion.io/catalog/request","method":"POST","body":"{\"offer\": \"company.verify\", \"for\": \"job/ast-spacemobile-rf-test-engineer-i\", \"note\": \"what you need it for\"}"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.verify&for=job%2Fast-spacemobile-rf-test-engineer-i"}],"agent":{"mcp":"https://alion.io/mcp/jobs","mcp_open":"https://alion.io/mcp/open","next":[{"tool":"get_job","arguments":{"id":4054716}},{"tool":"search_jobs","arguments":{"company":"ast-science.com","detail":"compact"}},{"tool":"match_people","arguments":{"job_id":4054716},"note":"people open to offers who fit this vacancy"}],"note":"The same data through MCP tools: https://alion.io/mcp/open needs no sign-in (compact searches, postings, people); https://alion.io/mcp with an Alion account has everything. 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