RF Test Automation Engineer, Rotational Engineering Program

College Graduate – Rotational Engineering Program (REP) - start date July 2027 in Hudson, NH

Mercury Systems is seeking a recent college graduate to join our Rotational Engineering Program, a dynamic opportunity to develop cutting–edge technology that supports the American Warfighter. As an RF Test Automation REP Engineer, you'll join a collaborative RF Test Automation team focused on automating the RF testing and calibration of products for mission-critical aerospace and defense applications. This role offers hands-on experience with RF test equipment, test automation software, and production test systems from controlling devices under test and instruments to collecting, storing, and processing measurement data.

In addition to a competitive salary, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, and continuous skill development, you'll join a talented, innovative team where your contributions are recognized and rewarded.

What this program offers:

The Rotational Engineering Program (REP) is designed to develop the next generation of technical and business leaders.

You will gain:

• Hands on technical and leadership development
• Exposure and work assignments across various engineering groups over the two-year program, based on your skills and business needs
• Opportunities to collaborate with senior leaders and executive management
• Challenging assignments that build familiarity with Mercury Systems' practices across the organization
• The opportunity to explore individual interest aligned with company objectives

Job Responsibilities:

• Support development and execution of RF test procedures based on product requirements and engineering specifications.
• Perform RF measurements using lab and production test equipment and document results with accuracy and traceability.
• Assist in assembling, validating, and supporting RF test automation hardware and software for engineering development and production use.
• Contribute to test automation scripting for instrument control, data collection, storage, and processing.
• Document test results, identify defects, and work with cross-functional engineering teams to support root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Help maintain and improve existing RF test systems, fixtures, switch matrices, and automation tools.
• Support new product introduction (NPI) by transferring test methods from engineering development to production, including test documentation and troubleshooting guidance.
• Collaborate with RF, digital, and manufacturing engineers to support products from development through production.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a related technical field obtained between May 2026 and June 2027
• A minimum GPA of 3.1 is required. You will be asked to submit your transcripts during the review process
• Prior Co-Op or internship experience
• Foundational understanding of electronics, RF/microwave concepts, or board-level hardware
• Experience using standard lab equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, signal generators, or spectrum analyzers)
• Coursework or project experience with a programming language such as Python, C#, Java, or similar
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, datasheets, and engineering requirements
• Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively independently and collaboratively
• Ability to quickly learn new tools, technologies, or engineering concepts

"This position requires you to be able to obtain a government security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens."

Preferred Qualifications:

• Hands-on experience performing RF measurements such as Gain, VSWR, P1dB, IMD, or similar
• Familiarity with RF test equipment such as network analyzers, noise figure meters, or spectrum analyzers
• Experience with test automation or scripting for instrument control
• Lab bench and hardware skills: soldering, mechanical assembly, or fixture build
• Familiarity with software collaboration tools such as Git
• Experience with AI-assisted development tools (e.g., Claude Code, OpenCode, or similar)
• Exposure to data analysis or data logging using Excel, SQL, or similar
• Experience presenting technical information to technical and non-technical stakeholders

Mercury Systems is a technology company that makes the world a safer, more secure place. We push processing power to the tactical edge, making the latest commercial technologies profoundly more accessible for today's most challenging aerospace and defense missions. From silicon to system scale, Mercury enables customers to accelerate innovation and turn data into decision superiority. Headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, Mercury employs more than 2,300 people in 24 locations worldwide. To learn more, visit mrcy.com

Our Culture

We are committed to making Mercury a great place to work, no matter where our employees are located. We offer a casual and enjoyable atmosphere that allows employees to learn and grow. We help and care for one another and work as one to achieve results for us and for our customers. We value communication and transparency, and strive to foster two-way dialogue at all levels of the organization. We are committed to lifelong learning, offering comprehensive skills training and tuition reimbursement. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or you are an experienced professional, it's important to us that you feel recognized and rewarded for your contributions.

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Mercury Systems is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, creed, citizenship, disability, protected veteran or marital status.

As an equal opportunity employer, Mercury Systems is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact the number below for assistance.

(978) 256-1300

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