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Job Title:

Systems Test Engineer Location:

US-IL-Skokie Job Type:

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Overview:

We are looking for a Systems Test Engineer, that will be driving world-class audio performance! Client is seeking a hands-on Systems Test Engineer to champion the performance, reliability, and overall user experience of our industry-leading professional wireless microphone systems. In this role, you will take ownership of end-to-end system quality, ensuring seamless integration across receivers, transmitters, RF performance, audio/DSP processing, firmware, networking, control software, and the broader ecosystem. This is a unique opportunity to directly influence the performance and dependability of products trusted globally, driving innovation while upholding client s reputation for excellence in professional audio. This position will be onsite (5 days/week) in our Skokie, IL office.

Qualifications:

Bachelor s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Wireless Communications, Music Technology, or a related field required. A Master s degree is a plus. 10+ years of experience in system verification, quality assurance, hardware testing, software testing, or related disciplines. Experience in professional audio, wireless systems, RF electronics, or similar industries is strongly preferred. Direct experience with professional wireless audio systems and/or RF products is highly desirable. Technical Expertise Strong knowledge of UHF RF principles, wireless microphone systems, frequency coordination, spectrum management, TV band planning, intermodulation, and wireless deployment best practices. Hands-on experience testing wireless transmitters, receivers, battery systems, RF performance, range, diversity systems, antenna distribution, and diagnosing RF issues such as interference, multipath, and dropouts. Expertise in digital wireless audio systems, including digital modulation, error correction, latency analysis, dropout recovery, audio quality validation, and AES-256 encryption verification. Strong understanding of microphone acoustics, including frequency response, tonal consistency, self-noise, dynamic range, SPL handling, and low-latency audio performance. Knowledge of audio signal processing, including companding, A/D and D/A conversion, gain structure, DSP features, encryption impacts, and maintaining audio integrity. Experience with networked audio and device management, including Dante , AES67, QoS, device synchronization, remote configuration, firmware updates, and troubleshooting Ethernet/TCP/IP-based audio networks. Testing & Quality Proficient in functional, regression, exploratory, stress, reliability, and environmental testing. Skilled at designing real-world test scenarios and evaluating complex interactions across RF, audio, and networking domains. Experienced with professional test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, audio analyzers, oscilloscopes, and network analysis tools. Proficient with defect tracking and test management tools (e.g., JIRA), with strong documentation and defect-reporting skills. Professional Competencies Strong customer focus with a commitment to reliability, performance, and exceptional user experience in mission-critical environments. Passionate about identifying defects, validating edge cases, and proactively improving product quality. Demonstrated ownership, accountability, and commitment to continuous improvement. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly communicate technical findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders. Proven ability to collaborate effectively across Hardware, RF, Firmware, Software, Product Management, and Customer Support teams, using a data-driven approach to drive quality improvements.