Microwave Test & Tuning Technician

Communications & Power Industries, Inc.; Plano, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Communications & Power Industries, Inc. in Plano, Texas, is seeking a technical specialist to perform tuning, troubleshooting, testing tubes, microwave products, and systems from schematics and drawings. You will operate equipment and follow set procedures to verify performance and report data.

The role requires 3–5 years of related experience, an AA degree or equivalent technical training, and U.S. citizenship. Strong teamwork and ability to lift up to 40 lbs are essential.

Qualifications

• AA degree or equivalent technical training; 3–5 years preferred.
• Ability to use VNA, PNA, oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer and DVM.
• Able to lift up to 40 lbs and use a microscope daily.
• U.S. citizen required.

Responsibilities

• Tuning, troubleshooting, and testing tubes, microwave products, devices, and systems from schematics.
• Operate related electronic and mechanical test equipment to verify performance.
• Use predefined methods and procedures to test and modify as needed.
• Document test data and report results in prescribed formats.
• Assist engineering and manufacturing with analysis of rejected or in-process parts.
• Provide technical assistance as required.

Skills

Team-oriented

Lift up to 40 lbs

Eye/hand coordination

Microscope usage

Education

AA degree or equivalent tech training

Tools

VNA

PNA

Oscilloscope

DVM

Spectrum Analyzer

Microscope

Job description

Communications & Power Industries, Inc. in Plano, Texas, is seeking a technical specialist to perform tuning, troubleshooting, testing tubes, microwave products, and systems from schematics and drawings. You will operate equipment and follow set procedures to verify performance and report data.

The role requires 3–5 years of related experience, an AA degree or equivalent technical training, and U.S. citizenship. Strong teamwork and ability to lift up to 40 lbs are essential.