Engineering Technician

K&L Microwave LLC; Northwood (MD); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K) with employer contributions

Medical, Dental, Vision

Wellness Programs

HSA and FSAs

Short/Long-term disability

Life/AD&D insurance

Dependent life insurance

Accident and critical illness coverage

Parental, Military, Jury duty leaves

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition assistance

Employee discounts

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Dover's Microwave Products Group (MPG) is seeking Engineering Technicians to prototype and test filter products using design data, test gear, and software. Applicants should understand lumped-element, cavity, distributed, ceramic, and thin-film filters, plus active circuitry and RF parameters.

Strong communication and documentation are essential in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Electronic Technology, or equivalent military training, with 5 years related experience in the RF and Microwave testing and tuning field.
• In absence of a degree, 10 years work experience required.
• Thorough knowledge of calibration, components, circuit function, interpreting drawings, troubleshooting, and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Under minimal supervision, performs prototyping, troubleshooting, testing, support production related issues, documentation, design of experiments, evaluation and characterization of components.
• May assist engineers with design and development of new processes and/or products.

Skills

RF & Microwave testing

Soldering

Calibration

Schematic interpretation

Education

Associates Degree in Electronic Technology

Tools

Network analyzers

Signal analyzers

Signal generators

Oscilloscopes

Function generators

Power amplifiers

Multi-meters

Job description

Connecting and Protecting People, Microwave Products Group (MPG) is a leading global provider of mission-critical engineered electronic components and subsystems comprised of five business units in six manufacturing locations.

Our brand names are recognized globally including: BSC Filters, York, UK; Criteria Labs, Austin, TX; Dow-Key Microwave, Ventura, CA; Pole/Zero, West Chester, OH; Espy, Austin, TX; and K&L Microwave, Salisbury, Maryland and Dominican Republic.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Engineering Technicians may utilize design information, test equipment, and/or software to successfully prototype and test filter products and assemblies. Must have good understanding of various filter technologies (lumped element, cavity, distributed, ceramic, thin-film, etc.), active circuitry (PIN Diodes, amplifiers, bias, and control), linear and non-linear RF parameters, and troubleshooting. Must be able to competently use with basic hand tools such as soldering irons, electronic assembly, calipers, and hand tools. The position supports engineering in prototyping, pre-production, and resolving production related issues. Must have excellent communications skills and documentation skills. Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES (to include, but not limited to)

Under minimal supervision, performs a variety of technical tasks in support of the engineering department including prototyping, troubleshooting, testing, support production related issues, documentation, design of experiments, evaluation and characterization of components. Required to use test equipment like network analyzers, signal analyzers, signal generators, oscilloscopes, function generators, high power amplifiers, and multi-meters. Will be required to setup, perform and understand meaning of measurements including, but not limited to, gain, noise figure, 1 dB compression, intermodulation, harmonics, spurious, switching speed, etc. Accurately troubleshoot problems and effectively communicates solution to stake holders. May work from minimal documentation, written or verbal instructions, schematics, rough sketches, diagrams, layouts, datasheets, and plans often requiring interpretation. Works on assignments requiring sound judgment and self-initiative. Requires excellent troubleshooting acumen. Applies significant electronic theory to configure, model, layout, prototype, build, test, troubleshoot, determine solutions and modify electronic product for engineering efforts applicable to the department. May assist engineers with design and development of new processes and/or products.

QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY

Associates Degree in Electronic Technology, or equivalent military training, with 5 years related experience in the RF and Microwave testing and tuning field. In absence of a degree, 10 years work experience required. Previous soldering experience or skills preferred. Thorough knowledge of calibration, components, circuit function, interpreting drawings, troubleshooting, and schematics.

Pay Range: USD 27 - 35 Hourly

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

• 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, Including Up To 10 Paid Holidays Per Calendar Year Based Off Schedule, Paid Vacation Days, 40 Paid Sick Leave Hours Annually Or As Provided Under State And Local Paid Sick Leave Laws, Tuition Assistance
• Business Travel Services
• Employee Discounts
• And An Employee Assistance Program That Includes Company Paid Counseling Sessions And Legal Services

Eligibility For Benefits Is Governed 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.

We Are Dover Dover is a diversified global manufacturer and solutions provider. We deliver innovative equipment and components, consumable supplies, aftermarket parts, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments: Engineered Products, Clean Energy & Fueling, Imaging & Identification, Pumps & Process Solutions and Climate & Sustainability Technologies.

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