RF Test Technician

Teledyne Technologies Inc.; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Teledyne Microwave Solutions is seeking an RF Test Technician in Mountain View, CA to set up and perform RF/DC tests on components and assemblies. You will read specifications, document test results, and communicate out-of-tolerance issues to the responsible production and quality teams.

Safety procedures must be followed when handling hazardous materials. The role requires understanding of RF/microwave tests, with extensive use of network/spectrum analyzers and RF test equipment.

Qualifications

• Understanding RF and DC testing in production (gain, VSWR, 1 dB compression, Sat power, 3rd OIP, noise figure, spurious, harmonics)
• Experience with microwave measurements and test equipment (network analyzer, spectrum analyzer, RF generator, noise figure meters, power meters)
• U.S. Citizenship to obtain/maintain a DoD security clearance

Responsibilities

• Set up and conduct tests on components and assemblies under operational conditions
• Read and interpret specifications in production units
• Execute RF tests per documented procedure and provide accurate data for the units
• Communicate during the RF test stage with the responsible technician of a product with out of tolerance RF measurements and other issues
• Be able to clearly communicate and interact with the Quality personnel and the necessary production and manufacturing personnel to resolve production-related issues
• Follow safety procedures when handling chemicals and hazardous materials

Skills

RF testing

Microwave measurements

Automated testing

Manual testing

Test equipment operation

Tools

Network analyzer

Spectrum analyzer

RF generator

Noise figure meters

Power meters

Job description

RF Test Technician### RF Test TechnicianApply: US - Mountain View, CA: Full time: Posted Yesterday: REQ36412**Be visionary**Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.**Job Description****Secure the Future: Join Teledyne as a RF Test Technician — $5K Sign-On Bonus!****Build technology that powers critical missions.** At Teledyne Microwave Solutions, we’ve spent over 50 years designing and manufacturing advanced RF and microwave components for aerospace, defense, and communications. Our products support applications from radar and space to electronic warfare and UAV systems.**What you’ll do*** Set up and conduct tests on components and assemblies under operational conditions* Read and interpret specifications in production units* Execute RF tests per documented procedure and provide accurate data for the units* Communicate during the RF test stage with the responsible technician of a product with out of tolerance RF measurements and other issues* Be able to clearly communicate and interact with the Quality personnel and the necessary production and manufacturing personnel to resolve production-related issues* Follow safety procedures when handling chemicals and hazardous materials**What you need*** A working understanding of the RF and DC testing that is completed in support of production. Some of the tests are gain, VSWR, 1 dB compression point, Sat power, 3rd OIP, noise figure, spurious, and harmonics.* Understand how to use microwave measurements, RF amplifiers, automated testing, and manual testing of microwave products with limited supervision (required)* Knowledge of test equipment such as network analyzer, spectrum analyzer, RF generator, noise figure meters, power meters, etc. (required)* 5+ years of experience in RF field and/or training (preferred)* U.S. Citizen status in order to be eligible to obtain/maintain a D.O.D. security clearance. (required)**What we offer*** **$5,000 sign-on bonus*** Competitive salary and comprehensive health benefits* 401(k) with company match and retirement plans* Paid time off and flexible work arrangements* Professional development and training opportunities* A collaborative environment focused on innovation and growth**What happens next**Apply online through Teledyne’s careers page. If your qualifications align, our team will contact you for interviews and guide you through the next steps.*Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.***Salary Range:**$44,500.00-$59,300.000The anticipated salary range listed for this role is only an estimate. Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, local regulations (such as minimum wage), education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position.