RF Test&Integration Engineer (AIT)– Space, Lausanne

Overview

Expleo is a global engineering, technology, and consulting partner helping businesses innovate, transform, and deliver high‑quality products and solutions. With expertise spanning aerospace, automotive, transportation, telecommunications, financial services, and life sciences, we support clients in solving complex engineering challenges while accelerating innovation. Our teams combine deep technical knowledge with a hands‑on mindset, working collaboratively to drive measurable impact and operational excellence.Ensure the integration, validation, and qualification of radio‑frequency (RF) equipment embedded on space systems, in order to guarantee their performance and compliance with mission requirements prior to launch. Responsibilities

Define test requirements and perform AIT tests on payload hardware Write test procedures, including automated test sequences Monitor project phases (development, production, qualification, acceptance) Execute field activities including setup and troubleshooting on RF/electrical systems Analyse test results and write detailed test reportsWork in close interface with multidisciplinary teams (RF, avionics, thermal, accommodation, TCR) Contribute to the AIT plan and customer interactions Support continuous improvement and optimisation of production lines Qualifications

Prepare and write RF test procedures (test plans, sequences, acceptance criteria) Participate in the integration of RF equipment (antennas, amplifiers, transponders) Configure and operate RF test benches (spectrum analyzers, VNAs, RF generators) Perform functional and performance RF tests (gain, noise, power, bandwidth, linearity)Conduct tests in constrained environments (thermal vacuum, EMC/EMI) Analyse measurement data and identify anomalies Propose and track corrective actions with design teams Write test reports and document non‑conformities (NCR) Participate in technical reviews (TRR, TRB, QR) Provide support during test campaigns in clean‑room environments or on siteDesired skills

Engineering degree or Master’s level (Bac+5) in telecommunications, RF electronics, or microwave engineering Knowledge of space standards (ECSS) Proficiency with RF measurement instruments (VNA, spectrum analyzers, signal generators) Strong understanding of S‑parameter techniques, noise, intermodulation, NF, AM/AM, AM/PMExperience in RF testing, ideally within the space, aerospace, or telecommunications sector Knowledge of RF test equipment and operational best practices

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