Intermediate Test Technician

Albin Engineering Services, Inc.; Hudson (NH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Albin Engineering Services, Inc. (www.aesi.com) is looking for an Intermediate Test Technician for one of our premier clients in the Hudson, NH area. As their direct employee, you would qualify for their full benefit package.

Job Responsibilities:

In this role, you have the opportunity to test, tune and do basic troubleshooting of complex, multi-function, RF/microwave microelectronic assemblies.

• Testing, tuning and basic troubleshooting of complex, multi-function, integrated RF/microwave microelectronic assemblies (IMAs) in a clean room environment.
• Tuning RF devices (using stubs, manipulating bonds, add/subtract resistance, shortening/lengthening inductor coils, etc.)
• Tuning for noise figure and VSWR/insertion loss/gain
• Performing basic troubleshooting while developing deeper troubleshooting skills
  • Check the units for correct bonding
  • Identify RF shorts
  • Identify problem location (e.g. driver board, RF side)
  • Understand assembly process to identify shorts/opens in epoxy, bleed out.
• Using a tack welder
• Using a variety of test equipment (Network Analyzer, Scaler, Oscilloscope, Power Supplies) to ensure the highest quality of integrated and tested products
• Working with engineering and quality teams to provide feedback on current production problems
• Engaging in continuous product improvement initiatives
• Training and providing technical guidance to new technicians
• Maintaining program specific test fixturing in support of electrical testing
• Assisting engineering in the implementation of new test tools and support as needed.
• Providing feedback for improvements in test documentation, equipment, and processes
• The quality of work-in-process, FOD control, and workspace cleanliness
• Assisting and collaborating with other technicians

You are a part of a successful organization that is experiencing rapid growth while pushing the limits of current technology. This role is in the Manufacturing department working in the Microwave group.

Required Qualifications:

• Associates degree from a technical school with 2 years on the job training or 3 years on the job training
• RF microwave test and tuning experience
• Knowledge of DC circuits and RF theory
• Background working with electronics
• Experience in application RF fundamentals including but not limited to RF Gain, Gain Flatness, Gain Matching, Return Loss, P1 dB Compression, Phase tracking, Log linearity
• Familiar with transmission line theory, AC/DC circuits
• Ability to obtain a US Secret Clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Computer literate and proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and various other computer software
• Good manual dexterity while working under a microscope
• Ability to read schematic diagrams and assembly drawings