RF Test Technician

At Spectrum Control, most departments operate on a 4-day, 10-hour work schedule in exchange for a 3-day weekend. We offer competitive wages and PTO, plus our benefits begin on day 1 of employment. Come join a workforce where we put you first!
Summary: The RF Test Technician tests, troubleshoots, and assembles RF/microwave components and modules operating from DC to 40 GHz+ in a high-tech manufacturing environment. Works independently from test procedures, sets up and calibrates test stations, and meets production shipments by tuning and executing manual and automated tests.
Compensation Range: The compensation range for this position is $30-45/hour.
Responsibilities
Test, troubleshoot, and mechanically assemble RF components and modules (filters, mixers, switches, amplifiers, LNAs, multi-chip modules, subsystems)
Meet production shipping deadlines to meet site revenue demands
Operate lab equipment including vector network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, power meters, oscilloscopes, noise figure meters, and multimeters
Set up and calibrate manual and computer-controlled test stations independently
Perform thermal and environmental testing; debug moderately complex problems
Work from schematics, drawings, work instructions, and operating procedures
Record and maintain test data; review datasheets and test reports per Acceptance Test Procedures (ATPs)
Assemble breadboards, test fixtures, and wiring harnesses; basic hand soldering
Communicate clearly with assembly & production staff, engineering, management, and other technicians
Required Qualifications
Experience working under a microscope with small hand tools for extended periods
Previous experience tuning and shipping RF modules
5+ years of RF/microwave component or module testing, or an associate degree / military electronics training with 3+ years of relevant experience
Solid grasp of electronic circuit fundamentals and RF measurements (return loss, insertion loss, rejection, gain, noise figure, P1dB, intermodulation, harmonics, spurious)
Ability to read block diagrams, schematics, and device layouts
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
U.S. citizenship (or eligible status under U.S. export regulations) and ability to obtain a government security clearance
Preferred Qualifications
Associate degree in Electronics
Experience handling classified information and working in a closed room environment
Understanding of RF circuit concepts such as filter topologies and impedance matching
Experience with automated test systems
Experience in mechanical assembly of RF sub systems
Work Environment:
Work is performed primarily in an electronics manufacturing and engineering laboratory environment.
The position requires regular use of RF test equipment, microscopes, hand tools, soldering equipment, specialized fixtures, and production documentation.
Work may involve handling electronic components and assemblies in controlled manufacturing or electrostatic-discharge-protected areas.
Regular on-site presence is required to support engineering development, production testing, technician training, and manufacturing operations.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Third-Party Recruiters
Please note, that per Spectrum Control Policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters are engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening and in alignment with our values and expectations. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that Spectrum Control will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity. If you or your agency are interested in becoming an approved vendor please contact scirecruiting@am.spectrumcontrol.com.