RF Test Operator - 1st Shift - 90 Day Increase Eligible

TTM Technologies, Inc.; Stafford (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

TTM Technologies, Inc. is seeking an RF Test Operator to set up and test components and subassemblies, ensuring production quality per TTM standards.

The role requires work in a specialized isolation room, passing a security clearance within 120 days, and maintaining safety and accurate records. Ideal candidates have technical school training or a high school diploma, 1–3 years of electronics experience, and familiarity with RF measurements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years electronics experience, RF measurements.
• Technical school training preferred.
• Must pass a security clearance within 120 days.

Responsibilities

• Set up and perform tests on components and subassemblies to ensure quality.
• Operate in a secure isolation room for 6–8 hours per session.
• Pass required eye exam and maintain safety and cleanliness.
• Maintain documentation and communicate with supervisors on testing results.
• Engage in preventive machine maintenance and group improvement initiatives.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Circuit concepts

English proficiency

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or GED

Technical school training

Tools

Windows

RF testing equipment

Job description

TTM Technologies, Inc. – Publicly Traded US Company, NASDAQ (TTMI) – Top-5 Global Printed Circuit Board Manufacturer

About TTM TTM Technologies, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of technology products, including mission systems, radio frequency (“RF”) components, RF microwave/microelectronic assemblies, and technologically advanced printed circuit boards (“PCB”s). TTM stands for time-to-market, representing how TTM's time-critical, one-stop design, engineering and manufacturing services enable customers to reduce the time required to develop new products and bring them to market. Additional information can be found at www.ttm.com

We’re always looking for talented individuals to join our team. Whether you’re an experienced manufacturing professional or just starting your career, TTM offers a supportive workplace where all skillsets can thrive.

Why Join Us?

• Career Development: We invest in your growth – our Operator Advancement Program supports your goals. We provide operators and assemblers at all levels the opportunity to certify their skills and build their career with us up to 3 times a year by applying to the OAP program. TTM promoted 68% of applicants in the program’s first year!
• Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive package that reflects your skills and experience along with annual compensation reviews to ensure your growth is aligned with your performance and market trends.
• Comprehensive Benefits and PTO: Including health, dental, and vision insurance to keep you at your best. Enjoy 10 paid holidays and 3 weeks of paid time off annually to recharge. TTM strives to invest in our team members at all levels, starting on your first day. To support the growth and development of new hires, this position is eligible for a 90 Day Evaluation that includes a pay increase if key performance indicators are met.

Scope

RF Test Operator is responsible for setting up and performing tuning and test on components, subassemblies and systems to ensure production quality is achieved in accordance to TTM standards while working under minimal supervision.

Duties and Responsibilities

This job necessitates conducting tests in a specialized isolated clearance room, where the presence of any electronic devices is strictly prohibited to adhere to security-level regulations. All testing personnel are required to remain in this isolated environment for a duration ranging from 6 to 8 hours. The exact length of time will depend on the specific testing protocols and requirements that need to be fulfilled. All individuals involved in the testing process must understand and comply with these regulations to ensure the integrity of the tests and maintain security standards. Must be able to pass a security clearance within 120 days of employment. Perform specialized testing of products. Technical school training preferred. Good mechanical skills and understanding of basic forms of digital and analog circuitry. Conducts regular preventative machine maintenance. Accomplish all job related paperwork in the most accurate, timely and ethical manner. Communicates regularly to supervisors/managers, suggests procedural changes. Attends meetings, communicates regularly with managers and supervisors, attends special training, maintains a clean, safe work environment and communicates to supervisors safety hazards and issues. All other assigned duties as required within the production organization. Regular attendance is an essential function of this job.

Essential Knowledge and Skills

Demonstrated mechanical/repair skills (intermediate). Ability to communicate in English language clearly both written and verbal; good interpersonal skills required. Computer skills: good skills with ability to navigate in a windows environment. Math skills: ability to perform basic mathematical computations. Skilled in evaluating test and production data; good problem solving skills. Must be able to read and understand blueprints. Willingness and ability to work in a team environment, assist other departments when workloads demand it, and effectively work with all levels of the organization. Participates in department and/or company-wide improvement initiatives. Willing and able to be trained to take on additional responsibility. Willing and able to be trained to work successfully on higher sophisticated/complex machinery safely. Willing and able to be trained to work successfully with technology specific chemicals safely. Work up to 10 hours a day, 5 days a week and is flexible to work weekends. Ability to lift up to 30lbs and exercise extreme physical mobility. Good reading vision: ability to sit/stand for up to 10 hours. Ability to pass eye exam with a minimum 20/20 vision that may be corrected via eyeglasses or contact lenses as required. Eye exam is required annually. Due to ITAR requirements, applicants must be a U.S. Citizen or a Permanent Resident.

Education and Experience

Education: High School Diploma or GED Required Experience: 1-3 years of electronics experience, with proficiency in RF network analyzer measurements. Prior experience with automated test setups.

Compensation and Benefits

• TTM offers a variety of health and well-being benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, 401K, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, accident benefits, life insurance, disability benefits, paid vacation & holidays.
• Benefits are available 1st of the month following date of hire.
• Compensation for roles at TTM Technologies varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set and level of experience.
• As required by local law, TTM provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in New York, California and Colorado.
• For California-based roles, compensation ranges are based upon specific physical locations.

Export Statement

Must comply with TTM Export Control Policies and Procedures and all applicable laws including ITAR, EAR and OFAC including but not limited to:

• a) being able to identify ITAR product on the manufacturing floor and understand that access to these products and related technical data is restricted to only US Citizens and US Permanent Residents;
• b) recognition of Foreign Person visitors by badge differentiation;
• c) understand and follow authorization procedures for bringing foreign visitors into facilities (VAL);
• d) understand the Export and ITAR requirements for shipments leaving the US;
• e) manage vendor approvals for ITAR manufacturing and services.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.

TTM Technologies, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of technology products, including mission systems, radio frequency (“RF”) components, RF microwave/microelectronic assemblies, and technologically advanced interconnect products, including PCBs and substrates. TTM stands for time-to-market, representing how TTM's time-critical, one-stop design, engineering and manufacturing services enable customers to reduce the time required to develop new products and bring them to market. Additional information can be found at www.ttm.com.