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Wireless RF OTA Connectivity Validation Engineer

Apple

Location

Cupertino, CA, Santa Clara, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

11/5/2026

Compensation

Not listed

Undergraduate with 2+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202699.0% approval+30% YoY
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Job description

The role is for an engineer in Apple's Wireless System and Compliance Engineering team, focusing on radiated system characterization and performance analysis for various connectivity technologies. The engineer will work within a cross-functional team to validate and certify wireless performance across Apple's product portfolio. This position involves hands-on work at the intersection of hardware, software, and regulatory compliance. The engineer will translate industry requirements into test cases and support certification testing while debugging wireless performance issues.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
  • Hands-on working experience with antenna design and testing, anechoic chambers, and RF test equipment.
  • Solid understanding of RF component characteristics and behavior.
  • Solid understanding of at least one wireless technology such as IEEE 802.11, Bluetooth, GNSS, LTE, GSM, UMTS, or CDMA.
  • Master of Science in Electrical Engineering (MSEE).
  • Understanding of PHY Layer and MAC/application layer protocols.
  • Proficiency in MATLAB simulations.
  • Hands-on experience with RF test equipment from industry-leading vendors.
  • Familiarity with OTA test standards and methodologies.
  • Exposure to AI tools and workflows to boost productivity and engineering efficiency.
  • Experience driving certification programs at third-party labs.
  • Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to multitask across various disciplines.
  • Analytical curiosity and a structured approach to diagnosing complex RF and wireless performance issues.

Responsibilities

  • Validate and certify wireless performance across Apple's product portfolio.
  • Translate carrier and industry requirements into test cases.
  • Execute OTA validation plans and support certification testing at third-party labs.
  • Debug wireless performance issues alongside antenna, RF hardware, product design, and software engineering teams.
  • Build deep expertise across wireless technologies and RF systems.

Benefits

  • Employees at Apple are often offered comprehensive benefits that support physical and mental well-being—flexible medical plans, confidential counseling, onsite wellness centers at major campuses, and resources for fitness and daily life. Families typically receive fertility support, paid parental leave with gradual return, caregiving leave, and dependent-care guidance, while financial perks commonly include stock grants (with purchase discounts), 401(k) matching, and income-protection coverage. Employees also see robust time off, Apple University learning and tuition reimbursement, donation matching and paid volunteer hours, and deep product and partner discounts.

H-1B filing history

Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026

Filing entity: Apple Inc

As of Aug 23, 2026

Initial approvals

1,065

FY2026

Approval rate

99.0%

FY2026

LCA certified

9,221

FY2026

Entry-level share

5.6%

FY2026

Initial approvals YoY

+30%

Trend

LCA certified YoY

-35%

Trend

Initial approvals by fiscal year

Approval rate by fiscal year

Continuing vs initial approvals

LCA certified positions by quarter

LCA certified positions by fiscal year

Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.

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