RF Automation QA Engineer

Job DescriptionThe QA Engineer will support a specialized Instrument Engineering organization responsible for precision RF and analog test equipment used to calibrate and test cellular, WiFi, Bluetooth, mmWave, UWB, and NFC technologies across millions of consumer devices. In this role, you will develop automated test frameworks, execute quality assurance strategies, optimize CI/CD pipelines, analyze test results, identify defects, and collaborate closely with software developers and engineering stakeholders to ensure product quality throughout the development lifecycle. You will play a key part in test automation, defect management, process improvement, CI/CD support, and crossfunctional collaboration within an Agile environment.Responsibilities

• Develop, enhance, and maintain robust automated test frameworks for RF and analog test equipment and related software systems.
• Execute comprehensive quality assurance strategies to validate functionality, performance, and reliability of test systems used in mass production of wireless consumer devices.
• Design, implement, and run automated test suites to support continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines.
• Manage and optimize CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins and GitLab to improve build, test, and deployment efficiency.
• Analyze test results, identify defects, and perform thorough root cause investigation and troubleshooting to drive resolution.
• Document defects clearly, track them through their lifecycle, and collaborate with development and engineering teams to ensure timely fixes.
• Work closely with software, RF, and test engineering teams to define test requirements, refine acceptance criteria, and align on quality standards.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives by identifying gaps in test coverage, tooling, and workflows, and recommending enhancements.
• Support Agile development practices (Scrum/Kanban) by participating in sprint planning, standups, reviews, and retrospectives.
• Collaborate with crossfunctional engineering teams across multiple global locations to ensure consistent test methodologies and quality practices.
• Utilize AI tools where appropriate to improve productivity, automate repetitive tasks, and enhance test analysis capabilities.
• Maintain familiarity with RF test equipment and lab environments, ensuring test setups and instrumentation are used effectively and safely.
• Provide clear written and verbal communication of test plans, results, risks, and recommendations to technical and nontechnical stakeholders.
• Support ongoing sustainment of RF and wireless test systems used in highvolume manufacturing environments.

Essential Skills

• Strong experience building and maintaining automated test frameworks.
• Advanced programming skills in Python and/or C++.
• Experience managing and optimizing CI/CD pipelines, including tools such as Jenkins and GitLab.
• Handson software quality assurance experience with a focus on test automation.
• Strong analytical and problemsolving abilities, particularly in defect investigation and troubleshooting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective collaboration with engineering stakeholders.
• Experience working in Agile development environments, such as Scrum or Kanban.
• Ability to work effectively with crossfunctional engineering teams in software QA and test engineering.

Additional Skills and Qualifications

• Experience with RF or wireless technologies, including 4G, 5G, WiFi, Bluetooth, mmWave, UWB, NFC, or similar systems, is preferred.
• Familiarity with RF test equipment and lab environments is preferred, including tools such as spectrum analyzers, vector network analyzers (VNA), signal generators, and oscilloscopes.
• Exposure to hardware, networking, server, and embedded systems is preferred.
• Experience utilizing AI tools to improve productivity and automation is a plus.
• Background working with industrystandard RF test equipment vendors such as Keysight or Rohde & Schwarz is beneficial.
• Comfort working in environments that integrate hardware, networking, and embedded systems with software QA and automation.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working in Agile environments.
• Experience with RF or wireless technologies preferred.
• Familiarity with RF test equipment and lab environments preferred.
• Hardware, networking, server, and embedded systems exposure preferred.
• Experience utilizing AI tools to improve productivity and automation is a plus.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional engineering teams.

Experience LevelExpert Level Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Cupertino, CA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $45.00 - $60.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Cupertino, CA. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 18, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a hybrid position in Cupertino,CA.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

Were a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. Were a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. Were strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. Were building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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