RF System Integration Engineer, Instrument Engineering

Apple Inc

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Work type
On-site
Location
Cupertino, CA
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$150,400–$277,600 / yr
Posted
76 days ago
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Apple Inc. is a multinational technology company known for designing and manufacturing consumer electronics, software, and online services, including the iPhone, Mac, iPad, and App Store. Industry: Consumer Electronics & Software

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TL;DR · RF System Integration Engineer, Instrument Engineering

The RF System Integration Engineer (Instrument Engineering) joins the Wireless team to design and produce precision RF and analog test equipment used to calibrate and validate cellular, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, mmWave, UWB, and NFC radios. This hands-on role involves characterizing and troubleshooting RF measurement systems on the bench, developing automated test and calibration software, and providing applications support from prototype through mass production. The engineer will debug hardware, firmware, and software issues while collaborating with internal customers to meet specific test requirements. Key technical skills include proficiency in Python or C++, experience with signal generators, spectrum analyzers, vector network analyzers, and power sensors, as well as knowledge of DSP and communications theory. Candidates may also utilize MATLAB for data analysis, integrate tests into CI/CD pipelines, and apply AI techniques for RF data modeling and anomaly detection.

What you'll do

  • Debug RF and analog measurement problems on the bench by isolating root causes across hardware, firmware, and software.
  • Develop, maintain, and extend automated test and calibration software for RF instrumentation.
  • Characterize RF systems using signal generators, spectrum analyzers, vector network analyzers, and power sensors.
  • Support RF applications and bring-up from prototype stages through to mass production.
  • Work directly with internal customers to define test requirements and provide hands-on technical support.
  • Analyze RF measurement data and present actionable findings to cross-functional audiences.
  • Improve test coverage and throughput by automating manual workflows and integrating them into CI/CD pipelines.
  • Develop calibration methods and procedures to ensure test equipment remains accurate and traceable.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
  • 3–4 years of hands-on experience in RF, wireless, or test/measurement engineering.
  • Strong RF fundamentals and ability to debug problems using signal generators, analyzers, VNAs, and power sensors.
  • Proven experience developing automated test software from the ground up using Python and/or C++.
  • Strong communication skills to work with internal customers and present technical findings to cross-functional audiences.
  • Willingness to travel internationally up to 15%.
  • Experience with RF system calibration methods, procedures, and traceability.
  • Knowledge of DSP, communications theory, and various wireless technologies like 5G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and mmWave.

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