RF Test Technician- 1st Shift

Techneeds; Beverly (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Techneeds LLC in Beverly, MA seeks an RF Test Technician for first shift in an on-site manufacturing environment. You will test, troubleshoot, and validate RF and electronic assemblies to meet strict performance requirements and customer specifications.

Daily tasks include using network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, and DMMs, documenting results, and collaborating with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience using RF test equipment.
• Hands-on testing and troubleshooting of RF/electronic assemblies.
• Experience following detailed test procedures and specs.
• Microscope use for inspection and precision work.
• Soldering experience; J-STD training preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork with multiple departments.
• Good manual dexterity for hands-on work.
• Willingness to take on additional duties.

Responsibilities

• Test, troubleshoot, and validate RF/electronic assemblies.
• Identify issues and document results.
• Work with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams.

Skills

RF test equipment

Soldering

Microscope use

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Manual dexterity

Detail-oriented

Additional duties ready

Tools

Network analyzers

Spectrum analyzers

Oscilloscopes

DMMs

Job description

Our client is looking for an RF Test Technician- 1st Shift. You’ll join a team that manufactures and supports engineering products used in military communication systems. In this RF Test Technician role, you will test, troubleshoot, and validate complex RF and electronic assemblies to ensure they meet strict performance requirements and customer specifications. Day-to-day, you’ll use RF test equipment such as network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, and digital multimeters to identify issues, confirm repairs, and document results. This is an on-site position in a hands-on manufacturing and test environment where you’ll partner closely with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-3:30 PM

Required Skills, Education and Experience:

• 2-3 years of experience using RF test equipment, including network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, and digital multimeters (DMMs)
• Hands-on experience testing, troubleshooting, and validating RF and electronic assemblies in a production, lab, or manufacturing environment
• Experience working under detailed test procedures, performance requirements, and customer specifications (defense/aerospace electronics exposure is a plus)
• Microscope experience for inspection and/or precision electronics work
• Soldering experience; J-STD training preferred
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams
• Good manual dexterity and comfort with detailed, hands-on technical work
• Ability to take on additional duties as assigned in a fast-paced environment