Production Test Technician III

Frontgrade Technologies company; Exeter (NH); On-site; USD 38,572 - 48,216; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm seeks a Test Technician III to perform the setup, calibration, testing, and troubleshooting of RF circuits and components. The ideal candidate has 2-3 years of related experience, understands microwave principles, and is skilled in measurement techniques. Salary ranges from $28.00 to $35.00 per hour plus a 10% shift differential. This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Government export license due to controlled technology access requirements.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of related experience required.
• Understanding of passive circuit fundamentals and microwave terminology.
• Ability to work under a microscope when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing and tuning of filters in X and Ku bands.
• Set-up, calibration, and troubleshooting of RF circuits and components.
• Conduct manual assembly operations as needed.

Skills

RF/Microwave operation/measurement techniques

Blueprint reading

Manual dexterity

Tools

Network analyzers

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum analyzers

Job description

The Test Technician III performs the set-up, calibration, testing, and troubleshooting of circuits, components, instruments, and mechanical assemblies. The Test Technician determines and may develop test specifications, methods, and procedures from blueprints, drawings, and diagrams. This position may complete rework on assemblies and/or systems as a result of testing.

Key Responsibilities

• Testing and tuning of low pass, band pass and waveguide diplexer filters in X and Ku bands.
• Waveguide and coaxial components including waveguide transitions, couplers, pressure windows, circulators, switches, and low noise amplifiers.
• Some manual assembly operations are required as part of the test function to include using various conductive and non-conductive epoxies to install loads, tuning element’s, and end caps.
• Performs the set-up, calibration, testing and troubleshooting of RF circuits, RF components, instruments, and mechanical assemblies using network analyzers and other electrical and mechanical measuring devices and equipment.

Qualifications & Experience

• 2-3 years of related experience.
• Experience with RF/Microwave operation/measurement techniques
• Understanding of passive circuit fundamentals and microwave terminology
• Ability to obtain and/or maintain a Security Clearance
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • J-STD-001 certified for solder and/or IPC-A-610 certified for inspection
  • Experienced in calibrating and operating network analyzers and various RF/microwave test equipment
  • Familiarity with power supplies, multimeters, oscilloscopes, power meters, and spectrum analyzers.
  • Experience with soldering microwave and waveguide components and assemblies
  • Mechanical assembly skills a plus.
  • A basic understanding of microwave principles, filters, passive components, DC circuits and amplifier operation.
  • A solid understanding of microwave vector network analyzers, calibration, and measurement techniques.
  • Must be able to work under a microscope when necessary.
  • Good manual dexterity.
  • Ability to read blueprints.

Additional Information

• This position requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by either ITAR or EAR U.S. export laws. As a condition to this job offer, in order to be employed in this position, you must be able to obtain an U.S. Government export license(s), as required by law.
• Pay Range: $28.00 - $35.00 plus 10% shift differential hourly. Applicable pay within the posted range may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, geographical location, job function of the position, education, and experience of the successful candidate.