Development Test Engineer I - Mini Circuits

OpenTalent; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mini-Circuits in New York, NY, is seeking a qualified tester to perform electrical and RF testing of RF components and assemblies, verify test results, analyze data, and prepare reports in line with established procedures.

You will operate RF test equipment including network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, power meters, oscilloscopes and signal generators; set up standard tests, review data, and generate detailed test summaries and block diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Understand the purpose and requirements of different types of test projects, including E-runs, H-runs, Q-runs, new model characterization, Applications test requests, Failure Analysis (FA) requests, and production failure verification.
• Understand basic parameters and specifications for Mini-Circuits models and know how to locate and interpret applicable specifications.
• Operate a variety of RF and electronic test equipment, including Network Analyzers, Spectrum Analyzers, Power Meters, Power Supplies, Oscilloscopes, Noise Figure Analyzers, and Signal Generators.
• Prepare standard test setups using Network Analyzers and Spectrum Analyzers in accordance with applicable procedures.
• Verify test setups and ensure proper equipment configuration before testing.
• Independently test passive and active devices for standard parameters using company-approved test programs.
• Under supervision, perform testing of RF components for non-standard parameters, including tests involving pre-amplifiers, high-power amplifiers, custom modules, and engineering prototypes.
• Review and analyze test data after test completion and prepare data summaries, customized reports, and block diagrams as required.
• Identify and report hardware and software issues to the Supervisor or Manager.
• Assist with various test assignments as directed by the Manager or Supervisor, including HTOL, Burn-in, ESD, IV Curve, and other reliability or characterisation testing.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the Manager or Supervisor.
• Complete all work in accordance with company procedures, safety requirements, and quality standards.

Job description

Mini-Circuits designs, manufactures and distributes integrated circuits, modules, and sub-systems for high-performance radio frequency (RF) and microwave applications. With design, sales and manufacturing locations in over 30 countries, Mini-Circuits’ products are used in a range of wired and wireless communications applications. Our products are also used in detection, measurement and imaging applications, including military communication, guidance and electronic countermeasure systems, commercial, scientific, military land, sea and aircraft, automotive systems, medical systems, and industrial test equipment. Mini-Circuits’ sells its products to over 20,000 customers globally through our direct sales force, applications engineering staff, sales representatives, as well as through our extensive website.

Position Summary:

Perform electrical and RF testing of RF components and assemblies, verify test results, analyze data, and prepare test reports in accordance with established procedures and requirements.

Salary Range: $80,000 - $90,000 per year

Job Function:

• Understand the purpose and requirements of different types of test projects, including E-runs, H-runs, Q-runs, new model characterization, Applications test requests, Failure Analysis (FA) requests, and production failure verification.
• Understand basic parameters and specifications for Mini-Circuits models and know how to locate and interpret applicable specifications.
• Operate a variety of RF and electronic test equipment, including Network Analyzers, Spectrum Analyzers, Power Meters, Power Supplies, Oscilloscopes, Noise Figure Analyzers, and Signal Generators.
• Prepare standard test setups using Network Analyzers and Spectrum Analyzers in accordance with applicable procedures.
• Verify test setups and ensure proper equipment configuration before testing.
• Independently test passive and active devices for standard parameters using company-approved test programs.
• Under supervision, perform testing of RF components for non-standard parameters, including tests involving pre-amplifiers, high-power amplifiers, custom modules, and engineering prototypes.
• Review and analyze test data after test completion and prepare data summaries, customized reports, and block diagrams as required.
• Identify and report hardware and software issues to the Supervisor or Manager.
• Assist with various test assignments as directed by the Manager or Supervisor, including HTOL, Burn-in, ESD, IV Curve, and other reliability or characterisation testing.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the Manager or Supervisor.
• Complete all work in accordance with company procedures, safety requirements, and quality standards.