RF Technician

Actalent; Newtown (PA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an RF Test Technician to troubleshoot RF assemblies at the component level in our Newtown, PA lab. You will calibrate circuits, analyze prototypes, and perform rework based on test findings.

This role requires 2–3 years of hands-on RF test experience and proficiency with spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, and oscilloscopes; onsite work on a single shift from 7 AM to 3:30 PM.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience using digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, bench power supplies, base band signal generators, spectrum analyzers, vector network analyzers, RF power meters, RF signal generators, and bit error rate testers.
• Ability to read test procedures, schematics, assembly drawings, and other product-related documentation.
• Soldering skills under a microscope for components down to 0402 size.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and test assemblies down to the component level.
• Calibrate, test, and troubleshoot circuits, components, instruments, and mechanical assemblies.
• Determine and develop test specifications, methods, and procedures from blueprints, drawings, and diagrams.
• Analyze defective prototypes from the engineering team.
• Complete rework on engineering designs or systems as a result of testing.

Skills

RF systems

component-level troubleshooting

Oscilloscopes

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Technical/Trade School preferred

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum analyzers

Network analyzers

Vector network analyzers

RF power meters

RF signal generators

Bit error rate testers

Digital multimeters

Bench power supplies

Job description

Job Title: RF Test TechnicianJob Description

As an RF Test Technician, you will be responsible for troubleshooting products down to the component level using tools such as oscilloscopes, network analyzers, and spectrum analyzers.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and test assemblies down to the component level.
• Calibrate, test, and troubleshoot circuits, components, instruments, and mechanical assemblies.
• Determine and develop test specifications, methods, and procedures from blueprints, drawings, and diagrams.
• Analyze defective prototypes from the engineering team.
• Complete rework on engineering designs or systems as a result of testing.

Essential Skills

• Experience and understanding of RF systems.
• Experience troubleshooting down to the component level.
• Proficiency with spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, and oscilloscopes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience using digital multi-meters, oscilloscopes, bench power supplies, base band signal generators, spectrum analyzers, vector network analyzers, RF power meters, RF signal generators, and bit error rate testers.
• Ability to read test procedures, schematics, assembly drawings, and other product-related documentation.
• Soldering skills under a microscope for components down to 0402 size.
• Microwave RF power amplifier tuning experience preferred.
• IPC J-STD-001 soldering certification preferred.
• Ability to handle multiple opportunities and meet strict deadlines.
• High School diploma or equivalent required; Technical/Trade School preferred.

Work Environment

This position is based 100% onsite in Newtown, PA, in an engineering lab equipped with electro-static flooring and pressure testing equipment to simulate space conditions. Lab attire is required, and the position operates on a single shift from 7 AM to 3:30 PM.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Newtown, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.50 - $28.50/hr.

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.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Newtown,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 2, 2026.

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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.