Hardware Engineer 2
Spectraforce
San Diego, California
2 days ago
Job Description
Job Title: Hardware Engineer 2
Location: San Diego, CA
Duration: 6-month contract with strong potential for permanent conversion based on performance.
Role Summary-
This is a hands-on Hardware Engineer II position intended for candidates with prior industry experience.
The hiring manager is not seeking entry-level or recent graduates.
The selected candidate will spend the majority of their time working in the lab performing RF testing, validation, debugging, rework, and hardware bring-up activities.
The primary focus of this role is RF circuit design and testing, making RF expertise the most critical qualification.
RF Circuit Design & Development
• Design, simulate, and optimize RF subsystems (e.g., matching, filters, antennas)
• Work with technologies such as BLE, Wi Fi, NFC, or proprietary wireless solutions
Test Automation & Compliance
• Execute RF validation tests (e.g., range, sensitivity, throughput, coexistence)
• Control of test equipment and data collection with Python a plus.
• Support regulatory testing (FCC, CE, etc.) and pre-compliance activities
Lab Debug & Validation
• Perform RF measurements using VNA, spectrum analyzer, signal generator, and power meters
• Debug performance issues (e.g., de-sense, harmonics, spurs, and EMI/EMC)
Prototyping & Bring-Up
• Support board bring-up, tuning, and characterization of RF performance
• Conduct iterative tuning of matching networks and antenna performance
Documentation & Design Controls
Issue Investigation & Root Cause Analysis
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work related years of experience: Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline, and a minimum of 2-5 years related experience or Master’s degree and 0-2 years’ equivalent experience.
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position's pay range is $45.00/hr - $47.00/hr.
Location: San Diego, CA
Duration: 6-month contract with strong potential for permanent conversion based on performance.
Role Summary-
This is a hands-on Hardware Engineer II position intended for candidates with prior industry experience.
The hiring manager is not seeking entry-level or recent graduates.
The selected candidate will spend the majority of their time working in the lab performing RF testing, validation, debugging, rework, and hardware bring-up activities.
The primary focus of this role is RF circuit design and testing, making RF expertise the most critical qualification.
RF Circuit Design & Development
• Design, simulate, and optimize RF subsystems (e.g., matching, filters, antennas)
• Work with technologies such as BLE, Wi Fi, NFC, or proprietary wireless solutions
Test Automation & Compliance
• Execute RF validation tests (e.g., range, sensitivity, throughput, coexistence)
• Control of test equipment and data collection with Python a plus.
• Support regulatory testing (FCC, CE, etc.) and pre-compliance activities
Lab Debug & Validation
• Perform RF measurements using VNA, spectrum analyzer, signal generator, and power meters
• Debug performance issues (e.g., de-sense, harmonics, spurs, and EMI/EMC)
Prototyping & Bring-Up
• Support board bring-up, tuning, and characterization of RF performance
• Conduct iterative tuning of matching networks and antenna performance
Documentation & Design Controls
- Generate design documentation, test reports, and verification artifacts
- Contribute to design reviews, DFMEA, and risk management
Issue Investigation & Root Cause Analysis
- Analyze field or production issues related to RF performance
- Drive corrective actions and design improvements
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with firmware, systems, mechanical, and manufacturing teams
- Support integration of RF subsystems into full product
Work related years of experience: Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline, and a minimum of 2-5 years related experience or Master’s degree and 0-2 years’ equivalent experience.
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At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position's pay range is $45.00/hr - $47.00/hr.