RF Test Engineering Manager

About the Team

The Leonardo DRS Airborne and Intelligence Systems business is a global leader and strategic partner committed to delivering world-class, full life-cycle defense and intelligence products that protect the security of our nation and our allies. From air combat training to state-of-the-art electronic warfare systems, our technology is deployed by virtually all U.S. military and government agencies around the world.

About the Role

We are seeking a Manager, RF Test Engineering & Engineering Labs to lead and scale our test engineering capabilities supporting advanced RF systems within the Signal Solutions line of business. This role is responsible for defining and executing a modern, automated, and data-driven RF test strategy across development, integration, qualification, and production environments.

The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in RF test methodologies, automated test systems (ATE), and system-level validation, combined with strong leadership and strategic vision. You will lead both test engineering and lab operations, driving improvements in RF performance validation, test efficiency, and cost optimization. Your work will advance capabilities through automation, AI/ML integration, and standardized test architectures while managing teams ranging from technicians to senior engineers and architects.

This position will be instrumental in modernizing RF test across the organization, including automation, AI-enabled diagnostics, and standardized ATE architectures. You will partner with RF Design, Systems Engineering, Manufacturing, and Program Management to ensure strong Design-for-Testability (DFT) practices are implemented early in product development, ensuring strong correlation between simulation, lab validation, and production test.

Our Culture & Benefits

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. We understand there is more to life than work, and we offer flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.

We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan.

Equal Opportunity

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Work location

Work model: On-site

8101, Monocacy Boulevard, Frederick, Frederick County, Maryland, 21701, United States

Frederick, Maryland

Key Responsibilities

check_circleLead the Test Engineering and Engineering Labs organization including team development and hiring
check_circleDefine and execute a comprehensive test strategy across development, integration, and production
check_circleArchitect and standardize Automated Test Equipment (ATE) and test frameworks across multiple programs
check_circleDevelop and deploy automated test solutions to validate key RF performance metrics
check_circleDrive improvements in test efficiency, throughput, and yield through automation and data-driven approaches
check_circleIntegrate AI/ML and advanced analytics into test workflows for predictive diagnostics and root cause analysis
check_circlePartner with RF Design and Systems Engineering to ensure strong Design-for-Testability practices
check_circleLead and support complex RF system debug across lab and production environments

Requirements

verifiedBachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, or related field
verified10+ years of experience in RF test engineering, system validation, or ATE development
verified3+ years of experience in engineering leadership or people management
verifiedProficiency in Python or similar scripting languages
verifiedExperience with LabVIEW or comparable test development environments
verifiedExperience with Linux and Windows environments
verifiedLean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher) preferred

Nice to Have

Experience with RF production test and manufacturing environments. Background in high-frequency systems, SDRs, tuners, or communication systems. Experience correlating RF simulation, lab measurements, and production test results. Experience with AI/ML applied to RF test data or diagnostics (MLOps, predictive analytics, etc.). Familiarity with high-speed data acquisition and networked test systems (10GbE+). Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher). Experience leading multi-site RF test standardization efforts.

Benefits & Perks

check_circleMedical, dental, and vision coveragecheck_circleCompany contribution to a health savings accountcheck_circleTelemedicine servicescheck_circleLife and disability insuranceLegal insurance

Company

Leonardo DRS

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Headquarters

Arlington, VA

Our agility enables our customers to shape the battlespace to their advantage through our forward-thinking technologies

Leonardo DRS Inc. operates within the defense and space manufacturing industry, based in Arlington, VA. Listed on Nasdaq under the ticker DRS, the organization develops transformative defense technologies designed to support U.S. national security customers and allied forces globally. The company leverages proven agility to deliver innovative solutions that address critical mission requirements. The firm specializes in providing high-performance, multi-domain capabilities across several key technical areas. These include next-generation advanced sensing, network computing, force protection systems, and electric power and propulsion technologies. By focusing on practical innovation and quality delivery, Leonardo DRS has established a reputation as a trusted provider for demanding operational environments. The organization maintains a commitment to meeting the specific needs of its diverse client base through rapid response and reliable engineering. Further details regarding the complete range of capabilities offered by the company are available on its official website, www.LeonardoDRS.com.

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: RF Test Engineering, Automated Test Systems, Ate, System-Level Validation, RF Test Methodologies, RF Measurement Techniques, Python, Labview, SQL, Linux.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).

Frequently asked questions about RF Test Engineering Manager at Leonardo DRS

What does a RF Test Engineering Manager at Leonardo DRS do?expand_more

Day-to-day, the RF Test Engineering Manager at Leonardo DRS will lead the test engineering and engineering labs organization including team development and hiring; define and execute a comprehensive test strategy across development, integration, and production; architect and standardize automated test equipment (ate) and test frameworks across multiple programs; and develop and deploy automated test solutions to validate key rf performance metrics.

What are the requirements for this RF Test Engineering Manager role?expand_more

Leonardo DRS is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, or related field; 10+ years of experience in RF test engineering, system validation, or ATE development; 3+ years of experience in engineering leadership or people management; Proficiency in Python or similar scripting languages; Experience with LabVIEW or comparable test development environments; and Experience with Linux and Windows environments.

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RF Test Engineering Manager at Leonardo DRS is based in 8101, Monocacy Boulevard, Frederick, Frederick County, Maryland, 21701, United States. This is a on-site role.

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Leonardo DRS has listed this RF Test Engineering Manager role as on-site.

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RF Test Engineering Manager at Leonardo DRS typically requires 10+ years of relevant experience at the lead level.

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Key skills for RF Test Engineering Manager at Leonardo DRS include RF Test Engineering; Automated Test Systems; Ate; System-Level Validation; RF Test Methodologies; RF Measurement Techniques; Python; and Labview.

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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).

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RF Test Engineering Manager at Leonardo DRS is part of the engineering job category on Recrutus.

About Leonardo DRS

The firm specializes in providing high-performance, multi-domain capabilities across several key technical areas. These include next-generation advanced sensing, network computing, force protection systems, and electric power and propulsion technologies. By focusing on practical innovation and quality delivery, Leonardo DRS has established a reputation as a trusted provider for demanding operational environments.

The organization maintains a commitment to meeting the specific needs of its diverse client base through rapid response and reliable engineering. Further details regarding the complete range of capabilities offered by the company are available on its official website, www.LeonardoDRS.com.

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