RF Technician: High-Power RF Lab & 5G Hardware

Tagoretech; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

TagoreTech, a fabless semiconductor company in Phoenix, is seeking a hands-on RF Technician to assemble, test and characterize high‑power RF circuits in a lab setting. This role supports R&D by bringing bench measurements to life and ensuring reliable test setups with precise documentation.

The ideal candidate has an Associate degree in Electronics or RF Technology and hands-on lab experience, with strong soldering skills (SMT/through‑hole) and familiarity with VNAs, spectrum analyzers, and

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree (2-year) in Electronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, RF Technology, or a related technical field.
• Hands‑on exposure to RF or electronics laboratory environments through coursework, internships, or practical work experience.
• Demonstrated precision soldering skills (SMT/through‑hole) and ability to read electrical schematics.
• Familiarity with standard RF test equipment (VNAs, spectrum analyzers, signal generators).
• Solid understanding of laboratory best practices, including safe assembly handling and ESD safety protocols.
• Strong attention to detail, a disciplined technical approach, and solid problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a fast‑paced R&D team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble RF circuits and subassemblies from schematics, engineering documentation, and build instructions.
• Perform precision surface‑mount technology (SMT) and through‑hole soldering on high‑frequency PCBs.
• Set up and execute complex RF circuit characterization and test procedures.
• Operate specialized laboratory equipment, including Vector Network Analyzers (VNAs), signal generators, and spectrum analyzers.
• Assist in circuit troubleshooting, system calibration, and ESD‑compliant test setup maintenance.
• Maintain organized lab benches, ensuring equipment readiness and safe handling of electronic assemblies.
• Document test results, procedures, and data with meticulous attention to detail and repeatability.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Independent worker

Collaborative

Education

Associate degree in Electronics / RF Technology

Tools

VNAs

Spectrum analyzers

Signal generators

Soldering SMT/TH

Job description

TagoreTech, a fabless semiconductor company in Phoenix, is seeking a hands-on RF Technician to assemble, test and characterize high‑power RF circuits in a lab setting. This role supports R&D by bringing bench measurements to life and ensuring reliable test setups with precise documentation.

The ideal candidate has an Associate degree in Electronics or RF Technology and hands-on lab experience, with strong soldering skills (SMT/through‑hole) and familiarity with VNAs, spectrum analyzers, and