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This position offers hands-on testing, cross-functional collaboration, and opportunities to influence early-stage space communications testing.Compensation / Benefitssalary range $86,000 - $138,000overtime eligibilityshift differentialdiscretionary bonusResponsibilitiesPerform RF compatibility testing of user spacecraft and ground network interfaces per test plansReview requirements, test plans, and procedures; set up equipment and test configurationsSet up/check interfaces (local networks, data/clock, RF levels, fiber optics) and support test teamGather, summarize, and report test results; travel to off-site locations as needed to emulate linksConduct RF and baseband testing; validate telemetry, command, and ranging authenticationPerform signal investigations and PoC testing for new hardware/modes; assist modernization of test environmentDevelop or integrate test automation code for COTS software; support data collection and reporting templatesCreate and refine test procedures aligned with automation effortsKey requirementsRF systems knowledge (frequency bands, RF devices, signal distortion)Proficient with RF test equipment (Spectrum Analyzer, Signal Generator, Oscilloscope)Experience configuring/operating baseband devices (modems, routers, switches)Experience writing test plans and interpreting resultsKnowledge of coding and modulation techniquesMS Excel, MS PowerPoint, Visio, MS WordUS Citizen with ability to obtain DoD Secret clearanceSecurity clearance required (Secret)Excellent written and oral communicationAbility to work independently and in cross-functional teamsStrong problem-solving and troubleshootingRF engineering and subsystem knowledgeRF test equipment operation (Spec An, Sig Gen, Oscilloscope)Baseband device configuration","company":"Peraton","rawCompany":"peraton","city":"Laurel","state":"MD","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-26T13:22:28.147Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-3021.00","title":"Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians","slug":"aerospace-engineering-and-operations-technologists-and-technicians"},{"code":"15-1241.01","title":"Telecommunications Engineering Specialists","slug":"telecommunications-engineering-specialists"},{"code":"17-2011.00","title":"Aerospace Engineers","slug":"aerospace-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"927110","title":"Space Research and Technology","slug":"space-research-and-technology"},{"code":"517410","title":"Satellite Telecommunications","slug":"satellite-telecommunications"},{"code":"336414","title":"Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing","slug":"guided-missile-and-space-vehicle-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Mid-Sr.Level RF Compatibility Test Engineer - Space Programs","description":"OverviewIn this role you drive RF compatibility testing for spacecraft and ground networks with NASA as a client, contributing to CTL operations at GSFC. You will support engineering testing, integration, and lab automation to validate space-to-ground links for SR and DTE networks. You'll troubleshoot, collect data, and report results while helping modernize the test environment. 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