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Sr. Test Engineer

Loft Orbital Solutions

Job Location:

Golden, CO - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 115000 - 180000

Posted: 26 July 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 26 October 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Wanna join the adventure

As our new RF AIT (Radio Frequency Assembly Integration and Test) Engineer you will play a pivotal role in the development assembly integration and testing of RF (Radio Frequency) systems and components for Loft space missions. This role requires a strong background in RF engineering electrical engineering and space technology.

About the Role:

Lead the assembly and integration of RF subsystems and components into the spacecraft.
Ensure proper installation wiring and connectivity of RF hardware according to design specifications.
Develop test plans and procedures for RF systems and components.
Conduct comprehensive RF tests to verify system performance including sensitivity signal-to-noise ratio and frequency response.
Troubleshoot and resolve RF hardware issues during testing.
Prepare RF hardware for environmental testing including thermal vacuum testing vibration testing and electromagnetic interference (EMI)/electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) testing.
Analyze and report on environmental test results to ensure RF systems meet specified requirements.
Collaborate with RF system architects and design engineers to perform system analysis and simulations for performance optimization.
Work closely with cross-functional teams including electrical engineers mechanical engineers and system engineers to integrate RF systems into spacecraft successfully.
Hands-on experience with space hardware and spaceflight antennas with a strong understanding of design intent.
Proficiency in test engineering including test design validation execution and troubleshooting.
Experience with tests such as EMI/EMC GNC GPS testing and TTNC (tracking telemetry and control).
Knowledge of relevant software for testing and analysis.
Familiarity with electrical check-out procedures and environments though emphasis lies more on rigorous testing rather than environmental testing.

Must Haves:

Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Aerospace Engineering or a related field. Masters degree preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in RF subsystem testing and integration.
Proven experience in RF system integration simulation and performance analysis.
Experience in payload RF systems transceiver and amplifier design.
Proven experience with RF testing tools (VNA Spectrum Analyzer RF chamber)
Knowledge in EMI/EMC characterization is a real plus for this position
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Nice to Haves:

Experience in Signal Processing algorithms

Some of Our Awesome Benefits:

100% company-paid medical dental and vision insurance option for employees and dependents
Flexible Spending (FSA) and Health Savings (HSA) Accounts offered with an employer contribution to the HSA
100% employer paid Life AD&D Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance
Flexible Time Off policy for vacation and sick leave and 12 paid holidays
401(k) plan and equity options
Daily catered lunches and snacks in office
International exposure to our team in France
Fully paid parental leave; 14 weeks for birthing parent and 10 weeks for non-birthing parent
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Off-sites and many social events and celebrations
Relocation assistance when applicable

$115000 - $180000 a year

State law requires us to tell you the base compensation range for this role which is $115000 - $180000 per year. This is determined by your education experience knowledge skills and abilities. The salary range for this role is intentionally wide as we evaluate individuals based on their unique experience and abilities to fit our needs. Most importantly we are excited to meet you and see if you are a great fit for our team. What wecantquantify for you are the exciting challenges supportive team and amazing culture we enjoy.

*Research shows that while men apply to jobs where they meet an average of 60% of the criteria women and other underrepresented people tend to only apply when they meet 100% of the qualifications. At Loft we value respectful debate and people who arent afraid to challenge assumptions. We strongly encourage you to apply even if you dont check all the boxes.

Who We Are

Loft: Space Made Simple.

Founded in 2017 Loft provides governments companies and research institutions with a fast reliable and simple way to deploy missions in orbit.

We integrate launch and operate spacecraft offering end-to-end missions as a service across Earth observation IoT connectivity on-orbit AI national security missions and more. Leveraging our existing space infrastructure and an extensive inventory of satellite buses Loft is reducing years-long integration and launch timelines to months. With more than 30 missions flown Lofts flight heritage and proven technologies enable customers to focus on their mission objectives.

With a growing fleet on track to reach 30 satellites by 2027 we are scaling up quickly across our offices in San Francisco CA Golden CO and Toulouse France to meet accelerating demand for space infrastructure.

As an international company your resume will be reviewed by people across our offices so please attach a copy in English.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.

Required Experience:

Senior IC

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