Electronic Technician - Modules

Dover Corporation; Kentucky; On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Educational reimbursement

401(k) plan

Job summary

Microwave Products Group – Pole/Zero Corporation in West Chester, OH is seeking an Electronics Technician focused on testing, alignment, and repair of RF cosite modules. You will work with RF test equipment, read schematics, and troubleshoot to component level, contributing to our civil, military, and commercial programs.

The role requires hands-on assembly, use of oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and network analyzers, and the ability to interface with internal teams.

Qualifications

• Experience with RF test equipment and troubleshooting
• Ability to read schematics and troubleshoot complex circuits
• Knowledge of power amplifiers, synthesizers, and RF filter concepts
• Hands-on assembly and test of RF cosite subsystems

Responsibilities

• Set up and perform electronic test functions per procedures
• Troubleshoot cosite modules down to circuit card level
• Perform mechanical assembly such as installing covers
• Use schematics, PCB layouts, and drawings to support testing and repair of RF subsystems
• Operate with test equipment including oscilloscopes, network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and power meters

Skills

RF test equipment usage

Schematic reading

PCB/PWB knowledge

Interpersonal communication

Education

Associate degree in electronics

Tools

Oscilloscope

Network analyzer

Power meters

Spectrum analyzer

Job description

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:

Location: West Chester, OH, US, 45069

Work Arrangement: Onsite

MPG delivers radio frequency (RF) spectrum-centric solutions at the speed of technology. We enable mission-critical communications and space-based missions with ruggedized RF components, subsystems, and turn-key solutions. Civilian government, military and commercial customers rely on MPG's deep engineering expertise, and scalable manufacturing capability to deliver what they need, when they need it. MPG operates engineering and manufacturing facilities in: Austin, TX; Columbia, MD; Ventura, CA; West Chester, OH; Salisbury, MD; Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic; and York, United Kingdom.

As an Electronics Technician at Microwave Products Group – Pole/Zero Corporation in West Chester, OH, you will support the military community by being responsible for the testing, alignment and troubleshooting of cosite Modules.

Why work for us?

We prioritize innovation and creativity, career advancement opportunities, a collaborative culture, work -life balance, and competitive compensation and benefits. The backbone behind our collection of outstanding businesses is a team of dedicated employees who protect and enhance our valued reputation for quality and delivering what we promise. It’s our values that defines us to all of our key audiences: our shareholders, customers, prospective employees and especially ourselves.

Benefits of joining our team!

• Paid vacation and sick time
• Up to 10 paid holidays/year
• 4 hours voluntary time off to volunteer for your favorite charity
• Health, dental, and vision insurance, subject to applicable premium deductions
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance – 100% company paid
• Other ancillary insurance options available
• 401(k) retirement account with matching MPG contributions & profit sharing (if applicable)
• Profit Sharing Plan - potential up to 3% of base salary
• Educational Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
• Gym membership reimbursement up to $120 per year

Primary Responsibilities:

• Setup and perform technical electronic test functions with the aid of written procedures and instructions
• Troubleshoot Modules performance to the circuit card component level
• Perform mechanical assembly such as installing covers
• Required to perform component level troubleshooting and repair of RF cosite subsystems
• Use of schematics, PCB/PWB layouts, mechanical drawings, and work instructions
• Module technicians will use oscilloscopes, digital multi-meters, network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, Power Amplifiers, Frequency Counters, Power Meters, and automated tests sets

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must be well versed in the use of common RF test equipment (including calibration & troubleshooting equipment)
• Must have knowledge of power amplifiers, synthesizers, power supplies, digital control circuitry, RF filter principles such as bandwidth, Q, insertion loss, and return loss as well as an advance understanding of filter alignment and component function
• PC skills are required for data entry and use of test software
• Demonstrates ability to read schematics and troubleshoot complex circuits
• Must have experience with commonly used test equipment such as oscilloscope, multi-meter, power supplies and network analyzer
• Ability to interface effectively with internal customers
• Ability to work closely with all levels of the organization
• High level of attention to detail
• Ability to read drawings and blueprints
• Ability to pass and obtain an IPC-610 certification

Requirements Include:

• Must be a US person (US Citizen or Permanent Resident - Green Card Holder)
• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum 2-year degree in an electronics field from an accredited college, university or technical school required
• Minimum 2 years of RF related technician or equivalent experience required
• Knowledge of J-STD-OO1 preferred and ability to obtain certification once employed is required

Work Arrangement : Onsite

Pay Range: - per hour

Bonus Eligible: This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Benefits: Our total rewards package for eligible team members also includes: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, includingup to 10 paid holidays per calendar year (based on schedule worked),paid vacation days beginning at 80 hours annually, 40 paid sick leave hours annually or as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits isgoverned by applicable plan documents and policies.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.