Radio Frequency (RF) Engineering Technician

Communications & Power Industries (CPI); Kilgore (TX); On-site; USD 30,307 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness programs

Career development

Generous retirement savings plan

Job summary

A global electronics manufacturer located in Kilgore, Texas, is seeking a full-time RF Technician to support RF engineering activities, including design and assembly of systems. The candidate must have an Associate’s degree and experience in RF systems. This role involves troubleshooting, maintaining equipment, and conducting tests on prototype systems. Our ideal candidate possesses soldering skills and general computer knowledge. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience.
• Requires potential access to ITAR-controlled technology.
• General supervision is provided for routine tasks.

Responsibilities

• Support RF engineering activities, including design and assembly.
• Conduct testing and evaluation of electro-mechanical systems.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance tasks.

Skills

RF system installation

Maintenance and troubleshooting

RF testing tools

Soldering skills

General computer knowledge

Education

Associate’s degree in related discipline

Tools

Electro-mechanical systems

Testing equipment

Job description

Job Category: Production - Direct

Requisition Number: RADIO002088

Posting Details

• Posted : March 11, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Description

YOUR DAY TO DAY:

Supports RF engineering activities such as design, test, check‑out, modification, fabrication and assembly of prototype electro‑mechanical systems, experiment design circuitry, laser/light transmission devices or specialized test equipment.

YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR:

• Experience in RF system installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of RF feed components and equipment.
• Familiarity with RF testing tools and equipment. Supports engineering activities such as design, test, check‑out, modification, fabrication and assembly of prototype electro‑mechanical systems, experiment design circuitry, laser/light transmission devices or specialized test equipment.
• May provide direction to other employees with similar duties.
• Performs a variety of equipment/process operations involving an application or technical skills in a specific area (electrical, software, manufacturing, optical, etc.).
• Performs research and engineering laboratory functions that may include but not limited to:
  • Layout, building, testing, troubleshooting, repairing and modification or electronic or electro‑mechanical devices, assemblies, subsystems, and systems.
  • Constructs, troubleshoots, calibrates, adjusts, tests, diagnoses, and maintains equipment, components, devices, or systems.
  • Construct, modify, debug, test and adjust a variety of tools and equipment given appropriate drawings, parts, and instructions.
  • Implements basic practical solutions for process improvement.
  • Conducts and documents experiments under guidance of senior technician.
  • Constructs basis tooling and fixtures to accomplish unique tasks.
  • Organizes data to identify cause/effect relationships and recommends resolution/process improvement.
  • Perform routine/basic preventative maintenance tasks.
• Works from schematics, engineering drawings and written or verbal instructions.
• Operates related equipment; conducts tests and reports data in prescribed format.
• Performs calibration and alignment checks; makes adjustments, modifications, and replacements as directed.

YOU ARE THE RIGHT PERSON FOR THIS JOB IF YOU HAVE:

• Experience in RF system installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of RF feed components and equipment.
• Familiarity with RF testing tools and equipment.
• General supervision and instructions given for routine work, and detailed instructions given for new activities or special assignments.
• Ability to demonstrate soldering skills to pass J‑std cert if required.
• Ability to fabricate simple hardware as required.
• General computer and test equipment knowledge.
• This position requires potential access to technology controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The successful candidate must be a “U.S. Person” as defined under ITAR and EAR. In order to be a U.S. Person for ITAR and EAR purposes, you must (i) be a citizen or national of the United States; or (ii) be a lawful permanent resident of the United States; or (iii)a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Education & Experience

• Associate’s degree in related discipline or equivalent is required plus a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience.

Salary Range: $22.00 - $25.00 / hour

SHAPING THE FUTURE THROUGH INNOVATION AND DISCOVERY!

With a history spanning more than seven decades, Communications & Power Industries’ thousands of products have impacted people’s lives in numerous unseen ways every day. Our highly engineered products serve as the backbone of modern‑day commercial and military communications systems, assist in diagnosing medical conditions, empower scientific discoveries and space exploration, and much more.

CPI is headquartered in Plano, Texas and is a global manufacturer of electronic components and subsystems. We have manufacturing locations in the United States, Canada, Europe, and Asia. With a heritage of technological excellence, our team serves customers in the communications, defense, medical, industrial, and scientific markets.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Whether you are a seasoned professional or just embarking on your career, CPI is an ideal place to expand your knowledge and expertise. We cultivate a healthy, dynamic, and team‑oriented environment that empowers our employees to develop, create and deliver innovative, reliable technology solutions to power, connect, protect, and support a better tomorrow.

We offer our employees an attractive compensation package with competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including health and wellness programs, career development, generous retirement savings plan with company match and more!

WHO WE ARE:

We value the unique and diverse skills, qualities, and backgrounds that each employee brings to CPI, and we respect each employee as an integral member of our growing team. CPI is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all current and prospective employees, as well as to promoting a culture of inclusion and respect for everyone. We celebrate the innovation that diversity creates in the work environment, and we recognize that each employee brings their own unique capabilities, experiences, and perspectives to the organization. It is this variety that adds value to our teams, as well as to our stakeholders. We welcome and encourage applicants to reach their full potential with us.

CPI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affir­mat­ive Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.