{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"2168e7c97d88da13d69a2399","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/2168e7c97d88da13d69a2399","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/2168e7c97d88da13d69a2399","title":"Design Verification Engineer","description":"Job#: 3039312\n\nJob Description:\n\nDesign Verification Engineer\n\nTeam: Silicon Development\n\nType: Contract (possibility for extension or conversion)\n\nBenefits: PTO, Holiday Pay, Sick Leave, 401k, Medical Insurance and more.\n\nOverview\n\nOur client is developing next-generation Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite communication systems that require advanced RF, modem, and digital beamforming technologies. We are seeking a Senior Application Engineer / Design Verification Engineer to lead the characterization, validation, integration, and performance optimization of advanced RF and Digital Beamforming (DBF) devices used within customer terminals and satellite communication systems.\n\nThis role sits at the intersection of RF engineering, device validation, system integration, and test automation. The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer who enjoys working in the lab, building measurement systems, troubleshooting complex hardware, and translating device-level performance into system-level results.\n\nUnlike traditional test execution roles, this position requires a strong engineering mindset focused on designing experiments, developing test methodologies, analyzing results, and driving technical decisions throughout the product development lifecycle.\n\nPriorities of Position\n\nChip bring-up and integration\nDevice characterization and validation\nRF test development and automation\nLab-based engineering work\nSystem-level integration of DBF (Digital Beamforming) devices into customer terminals and satellite systems\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nDevice Characterization & Validation\n\nDevelop and execute comprehensive characterization plans for RF and Digital Beamforming (DBF) devices.\nDesign and build measurement setups to evaluate device performance, functionality, and reliability.\nPerform RF measurements including gain, compression, linearity, noise, phase, frequency response, and other key performance metrics.\nDefine pass/fail criteria and validate performance against system requirements.\nAnalyze test data and provide actionable insight to design, systems, and integration teams.\n\nRF Test Development\n\nDevelop new RF measurement methodologies and validation procedures.\nBuild and configure RF test environments using industry-standard instrumentation.\nCreate scalable, repeatable test solutions for characterization and production validation activities.\nTroubleshoot measurement issues, test setups, and hardware integration challenges.\n\nSystem Integration\n\nIntegrate DBF devices into customer terminal and satellite communication platforms.\nCollaborate with systems, hardware, modem, and software engineering teams to validate end-to-end performance.\nSupport bring-up, debug, and verification activities across device and system-level integrations.\nDrive root cause analysis for performance issues discovered during validation and integration efforts.\n\nTest Automation & Data Analysis\n\nDevelop and maintain Python-based automation frameworks for instrument control and test execution.\nAutomate RF measurements, data collection, reporting, and analysis workflows.\nCreate tools for visualization, post-processing, and performance trending.\nImprove test efficiency, repeatability, and scalability through automation.\n\nTechnical Leadership\n\nServe as a subject matter expert for RF characterization and validation methodologies.\nMentor junior engineers on best practices for measurement, automation, and data analysis.\nDrive engineering rigor in test strategy development and experimental design.\nInfluence product decisions through detailed technical analysis and data-driven recommendations.\n\nBasic Qualifications\n\nBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field.\n7+ years of experience in RF characterization, validation, design verification, or application engineering.\nHands-on experience working in RF laboratory environments.\nExperience developing and executing device characterization and validation plans.\nStrong understanding of RF measurement fundamentals and test methodologies.\nProficiency with Python for test automation, instrument control, and data analysis.\nExperience troubleshooting hardware and system integration issues.\nAbility to independently design experiments and interpret complex measurement data.\n\nPreferred Qualifications\n\nMaster's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.\nExperience with phased-array or beamforming systems.\nDigital Beamforming (DBF) device integration experience.\nBackground in modem development or communications hardware.\nFamiliarity with communication theory and DSP concepts.\nExperience supporting satellite communications, telecommunications infrastructure, or advanced wireless systems.\nExperience with production validation and system-level bring-up.\n\nEverforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.\n\nEverforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://www.apexsystems.com/privacy-policy\n\nEverforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.\n\nEverforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.\n\nIf you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at accommodations@apexsystems.com or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.\n\nUnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex Systems.\nEmployee Type:\nContract\n\nLocation:\nSan Diego, CA, US\n\nJob Type:\nEngineering and Technicians\n\nDate Posted:\nJune 22, 2026\n\nPay Range:\n$75 - $90 per hour","company":"Everforth","rawCompany":"everforth","city":"San Diego","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-24T09:07:21.957Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2112.02","title":"Validation Engineers","slug":"validation-engineers"},{"code":"17-2072.00","title":"Electronics Engineers, Except Computer","slug":"electronics-engineers-except-computer"},{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"}],"industries":[{"code":"334220","title":"Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing","slug":"radio-and-television-broadcasting-and-wireless-communications-equipment-manufacturing"},{"code":"334290","title":"Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing","slug":"other-communications-equipment-manufacturing"},{"code":"334511","title":"Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing","slug":"search-detection-navigation-guidance-aeronautical-and-nautical-system-and-instrument-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Design Verification Engineer","description":"Job#: 3039312\n\nJob Description:\n\nDesign Verification Engineer\n\nTeam: Silicon Development\n\nType: Contract (possibility for extension or conversion)\n\nBenefits: PTO, Holiday Pay, Sick Leave, 401k, Medical Insurance and more.\n\nOverview\n\nOur client is developing next-generation Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite communication systems that require advanced RF, modem, and digital beamforming technologies. We are seeking a Senior Application Engineer / Design Verification Engineer to lead the characterization, validation, integration, and performance optimization of advanced RF and Digital Beamforming (DBF) devices used within customer terminals and satellite communication systems.\n\nThis role sits at the intersection of RF engineering, device validation, system integration, and test automation. 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You can access our privacy policy at https://www.apexsystems.com/privacy-policy\n\nEverforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.\n\nEverforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. 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