RF Technician

WR Systems; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 58,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Company Paid Holidays

Life Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

WR Systems in Norfolk, VA seeks an RF Technician to support system integration and test execution across lab and field environments. This role will assist in setup, testing, and evaluation of RF systems to meet program requirements.

Candidates must have a high school diploma and 5+ years in electronic systems, RF knowledge, Linux administration, ability to read schematics, and willingness to travel CONUS/OCONUS.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience in electronic systems production, integration, installation, repair, troubleshooting, or maintenance.
• Working knowledge of RF systems, theory, and operations.
• Experience with Linux system administration (e.g., drive mounting, permissions, RAID configuration, basic system management).
• Ability to read and interpret schematics and technical documentation.
• Experience troubleshooting hardware, network infrastructure, or integrated systems.
• Experience in RF/RDT&E/CTM/SIGINT environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support integration and test across lab and field environments.
• Assist with setup, configuration, and operation of RF test equipment.
• Support CONUS and OCONUS travel for field testing and system deployment activities.
• Collect, analyze, and document test data to support system performance evaluation.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including test reports and system-level training materials.

Skills

RF systems knowledge

Linux system administration

Read schematics

Troubleshoot hardware

Test equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

RF Test Equipment

Job description

Clearance Requirement: Active Secret Clearance is required to start

Travel Requirements: 40%

Locations: Norfolk and Virginia Beach, VA (Dam Neck)

SUMMARY: WR has an opportunity for an
RF Technician to support system integration and test execution across both laboratory and field environments. This role will assist in the setup, testing, and evaluation of RF systems in support of program requirements.

Position responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:

• Support integration and test execution across lab and field environments.
• Assist with setup, configuration, and operation of RF and related test equipment.
• Support CONUS and OCONUS travel for field testing and system deployment activities.
• Collect, analyze, and document test data to support system performance evaluation.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including test reports, procedures, and system-level training materials.

Candidates must possess the following knowledge, skills, and experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Five (5)+ years of progressive experience supporting production, integration, installation, repair, troubleshooting, or maintenance of electronic systems or equipment.
• Working knowledge of RF systems, theory, and operations.
• Experience with Linux system administration (e.g., drive mounting, permissions, RAID configuration, basic system management).
• Ability to read and interpret schematics and technical documentation.
• Experience troubleshooting hardware, network infrastructure, or integrated systems.
• Experience in one or more of the following areas is preferred: RF, RDT&E, Engineering Technician roles, Cryptologic Technician (CTM), or SIGINT environments.

The selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment third-party background check which may include verification of any of the following: Employment history; Education and/or certifications; Criminal history; Driving Records; Other records or information related to the candidate’s suitability for the position.

Position Salary Range: $58,000 - $82,000. The listed salary range represents the typical range for this position. WR bases the offered salary on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, knowledge, and skills, scope and responsibilities of the position, and market and business considerations.

Benefits Offered:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

WR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, traits associated with race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including lactation, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, veterans’ status, or any additional factors that are protected by law. EOE/Veteran/Disability. Please see https://wrsystems.com/our-responsibility/ for more information.

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