RF Test Technician

Spectrum Control; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectrum Control RF Test Technician in Marlborough, MA tests, troubleshoots, and assembles RF/microwave components and modules (DC to 40 GHz+) in a high-tech manufacturing environment. You will set up and calibrate test stations and perform manual and automated tests to meet production shipments.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of RF/microwave testing experience, strong RF measurement skills, and the ability to read schematics and datasheets. U.S.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of RF/microwave component or module testing, or 3+ years of relevant experience with an associate degree/military electronics training.
• Solid grasp of RF measurements (return loss, insertion loss, rejection, gain, noise figure, P1dB, intermodulation, harmonics, spurious)
• Ability to read block diagrams, schematics, and device layouts
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• U.S. citizenship (or eligible status under U.S. export regulations) and ability to obtain a government security clearance

Responsibilities

• Test, troubleshoot, and mechanically assemble RF components and modules (filters, mixers, switches, amplifiers, LNAs, multi-chip modules, subsystems)
• Meet production shipping deadlines to meet site revenue demands
• Operate lab equipment including vector network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, power meters, oscilloscopes, noise figure meters, and multimeters
• Set up and calibrate manual and computer-controlled test stations independently
• Perform thermal and environmental testing; debug moderately complex problems
• Work from schematics, drawings, work instructions, and operating procedures
• Record and maintain test data; review datasheets and test reports per ATPs
• Assemble breadboards, test fixtures, and wiring harnesses; basic hand soldering
• Communicate clearly with assembly & production staff, engineering, management, and other technicians

Skills

RF testing

Troubleshooting

Microscope handling

Documentation

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree in Electronics

Military electronics training

Tools

Vector network analyzers

Spectrum analyzers

Signal generators

Power meters

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Manual/computer-controlled test stations

Soldering equipment

Job description

At Spectrum Control, most departments operate on a 4-day, 10-hour work schedule in exchange for a 3-day weekend. We offer competitive wages and PTO, plus our benefits begin on day 1 of employment. Come join a workforce where we put you first!

Summary: The RF Test Technician tests, troubleshoots, and assembles RF/microwave components and modules operating from DC to 40 GHz+ in a high-tech manufacturing environment. Works independently from test procedures, sets up and calibrates test stations, and meets production shipments by tuning and executing manual and automated tests.

Compensation Range: The compensation range for this position is $30-45/hour.

Responsibilities

• Test, troubleshoot, and mechanically assemble RF components and modules (filters, mixers, switches, amplifiers, LNAs, multi-chip modules, subsystems)
• Meet production shipping deadlines to meet site revenue demands
• Operate lab equipment including vector network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, power meters, oscilloscopes, noise figure meters, and multimeters
• Set up and calibrate manual and computer-controlled test stations independently
• Perform thermal and environmental testing; debug moderately complex problems
• Work from schematics, drawings, work instructions, and operating procedures
• Record and maintain test data; review datasheets and test reports per Acceptance Test Procedures (ATPs)
• Assemble breadboards, test fixtures, and wiring harnesses; basic hand soldering
• Communicate clearly with assembly & production staff, engineering, management, and other technicians

Required Qualifications

• Experience working under a microscope with small hand tools for extended periods
• Previous experience tuning and shipping RF modules
• 5+ years of RF/microwave component or module testing, or an associate degree / military electronics training with 3+ years of relevant experience
• Solid grasp of electronic circuit fundamentals and RF measurements (return loss, insertion loss, rejection, gain, noise figure, P1dB, intermodulation, harmonics, spurious)
• Ability to read block diagrams, schematics, and device layouts
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• U.S. citizenship (or eligible status under U.S. export regulations) and ability to obtain a government security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electronics
• Experience handling classified information and working in a closed room environment
• Understanding of RF circuit concepts such as filter topologies and impedance matching
• Experience with automated test systems
• Experience in mechanical assembly of RF sub systems

Work Environment:

• Work is performed primarily in an electronics manufacturing and engineering laboratory environment.
• The position requires regular use of RF test equipment, microscopes, hand tools, soldering equipment, specialized fixtures, and production documentation.
• Work may involve handling electronic components and assemblies in controlled manufacturing or electrostatic-discharge-protected areas.
• Regular on-site presence is required to support engineering development, production testing, technician training, and manufacturing operations.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)