Rf Engineering Technician

ACTalent; Levittown (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an RF Electronics Repair Technician for its Farmingdale/Levittown area. You will troubleshoot, repair, test, calibrate, and verify RF and electronic equipment to meet performance specs. You will collaborate with Production, Engineering, Test, and Field Service teams on advanced products.

The role involves component-level repairs, use of oscilloscopes and multimeters, and maintaining repair records. A hands-on, analytical problem-solver with 1–3 years of experience is ideal.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience troubleshooting and repairing electronic equipment.
• Experience performing component-level or board-level diagnostics and repairs.
• Proficiency using electronic test equipment including oscilloscopes and multimeters.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot RF and electronic equipment to identify root causes of failures.
• Perform component-level repairs on PCBs, amplifiers, and related assemblies.
• Use test equipment to diagnose and validate repairs.
• Align, calibrate, and adjust equipment per engineering specs.
• Conduct functional and performance testing to meet standards.
• Review engineering change notices and update repair procedures.

Skills

RF troubleshooting

Board repair

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Schematic reading

Test equipment

Analytical skills

Tools

Diagnostic instruments

Job description

RF Engineering Technician

Location: Farmingdale, NY

Job Type: Direct Placement (Permanent)

Compensation: $60,000 - $80,000 annually

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an RF Electronics Repair Technician to join a growing product support team in Farmingdale, NY. This position is ideal for someone with hand‑on experience troubleshooting and repairing electronic equipment who enjoys working with test equipment, diagnosing failures, and performing component‑level repairs. In this role, you will troubleshoot, repair, test, calibrate, and verify RF and electronic equipment to ensure it meets performance specifications. You will work closely with Production, Engineering, Test, and Field Service teams while supporting a variety of advanced electronic products.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot RF and electronic equipment to identify root causes of operational failures.
• Perform component‑level repairs on printed circuit boards, amplifiers, multiplexing systems, and related electronic assemblies.
• Utilize oscilloscopes, multimeters, and other electronic test equipment to diagnose and validate repairs.
• Align, calibrate, and adjust equipment according to engineering specifications.
• Conduct functional and performance testing to ensure products meet documented standards.
• Review engineering change notices and incorporate updates into repair procedures.
• Maintain accurate repair, calibration, and test records within company databases.
• Support investigations and technical problem‑solving efforts across Production, Engineering, Test, and Field Service departments.
• Perform mechanical adjustments and replacement of defective components as required.

Required Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience troubleshooting and repairing electronic equipment.
• Experience performing component‑level or board‑level diagnostics and repairs.
• Proficiency using electronic test equipment, including:
• Oscilloscopes
• Multimeters
• Other diagnostic test instruments
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Ability to read schematics, test procedures, and technical documentation.
• Comfortable using hand tools for electronic and mechanical repairs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with RF and microwave (MW) systems.
• repairing amplifiers, multiplexing systems, and printed circuit boards.
• Familiarity with manufacturing or electronics production environments.
• Knowledge of calibration and alignment processes for electronic equipment

Work Environment

• Manufacturing and product support environment.
• Individual workbench setup with access to specialized testing areas and chambers.
• Hands‑on laboratory and production floor setting.
• Collaborative team environment with support from experienced leads and supervisors.
• Structured training provided to help employees become independent contributors quickly.

Schedule & Benefits

• 9/80 Work Schedule
• Nine‑hour workdays with every other Friday off.
• Bi‑weekly pay.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• 401(k).
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
• Life and Disability Insurance.
• Paid Time Off and Holidays.

Additional Information

• This position reports to the Product Support team and Supervisor.
• Candidates should be capable of becoming independent contributors within approximately 30 days.
• ITAR regulations and project requirements.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for an electronics technician or engineering technician looking to build expertise in RF systems while working alongside experienced engineers and technical professionals. If you enjoy troubleshooting, hand‑on repairs, and working with advanced electronic equipment, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Levittown, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $80000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

Medical & Prescription Coverage

Medical & Prescription Coverage Employees have access to a high‑deductible comprehensive medical plan through BlueCross BlueShield, which includes: - Preventive care at no cost (e.g., routine exams, immunizations, cancer screenings) - Office visits, lab work, and diagnostic imaging with copays - Emergency and urgent care services - Inpatient and outpatient hospitalization - Maternity care and newborn services - Mental health and substance abuse treatment Prescription drug coverage includes a mandatory generic substitution policy, with tiered copays applied after the deductible.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Levittown,NY.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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