RF Test Technician I

Mercury Systems, Inc.; Hudson, Northern (NH, KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Stock purchase plan

Professional development

Job summary

Mercury Systems, Inc. in Hudson, NH is seeking an RF Test Technician I to support testing, evaluation and troubleshooting of RF electronics on the production floor. Working under close supervision, you will perform routine tests, document results and escalate issues as needed to senior staff.

You will operate RF test equipment, record data, follow processes and safety protocols, and collaborate with teammates to meet daily production and quality goals in an in-office/hybrid setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic understanding of electronics, electrical measurements or RF concepts.
• Ability to operate or learn standard RF and electronic test equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow structured processes and documentation.
• Ability to work effectively in a manufacturing team environment.
• Must be able to obtain government security clearance (US citizens).

Responsibilities

• Execute standard RF test procedures on assemblies per work instructions.
• Operate test equipment such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, and network analyzers under guidance.
• Record and maintain accurate test data and documentation per quality standards.
• Identify basic test anomalies and communicate findings to senior technicians or engineering support.
• Follow safety protocols, ESD controls, and manufacturing process requirements.
• Support troubleshooting with retests or data collection as directed.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the test area, equipment, and documentation.
• Collaborate with team members to meet daily production and quality goals.

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Signal Generators

Spectrum Analyzers

Network Analyzers

Job description

The RF Test Technician I supports the testing, evaluation, and troubleshooting of RF electronic products in a manufacturing environment. This role performs routine test procedures, documents results, and ensures products meet established performance standards. Working under close supervision, the technician follows defined processes, uses standard test equipment, and escalates issues as needed to more senior team members. This position plays a key role in ensuring high‑quality products are delivered to customers and contributes to the smooth operation of RF test activities on the production floor.

Responsibilities

• Execute standard RF test procedures on electronic assemblies following established work instructions.
• Operate test equipment such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, and network analyzers under guidance.
• Record and maintain accurate test data, results, and documentation in accordance with manufacturing quality standards.
• Identify basic test anomalies and communicate findings to senior technicians or engineering support.
• Follow all safety protocols, ESD controls, and manufacturing process requirements.
• Support troubleshooting activities by performing retests or data collection as directed.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the test area, equipment, and documentation.
• Collaborate with team members to meet daily production and quality goals.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic understanding of electronics, electrical measurements, or RF concepts acquired through coursework or hands‑on experience.
• Ability to operate or learn standard RF and electronic test equipment.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow structured processes and documentation requirements.
• Ability to work effectively in a manufacturing team environment.
• This position requires you to have or obtain a government security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens.

Preferred Qualifications

• Coursework, certification, or vocational training in electronics or RF technology.
• Prior experience working in an electronics manufacturing or test environment.
• Familiarity with common RF measurement tools and instrumentation.
• Basic problem‑solving skills related to electronic test results.

Physical Demands

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while performing testing tasks.
• Regular use of hands for handling electronic components, equipment, and small tools.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
• Work performed in an ESD‑controlled manufacturing and test environment with routine exposure to electronic equipment and test stations.

Work Locations

• Hudson NH USA

Fulltime Equivalent Job Grade Salary Range for this position

• $34,200.00 - $68,400.00 annual salary for in-office or hybrid employees in FL, GA, IN, AZ, AL, MD or TX, and all remote employees
• $38,300.00 - $76,600.00 annual salary for in-office or hybrid employees in VA, CA, NH or MA
• $40,400.00 - $80,700.00 annual salary for in-office or hybrid employees in NJ

Additional Information

Mercury considers a variety of factors to determine individual base salary offers to candidates, including:

• the role and related responsibilities;
• education, training, skills and certifications;
• internal equity with others employed by Mercury in similar roles;
• geographic location; and
• alignment with market data.

In addition to base salary, Mercury provides a variety of benefits for team members including:

• bonus opportunities (or special incentives for sales positions);
• health, life and disability insurance;
• company‑paid holidays and time off;
• discounted employee stock purchase plan;
• tuition reimbursement; and
• access to professional development and personal wellness platforms including LinkedIn Learning, Headspace, Aaptiv and Virgin Pulse.

Team members at the Director or Vice President level are also eligible to receive annual stock‑based awards.

Mercury offers a 9/80 alternative work schedule that provides employees more opportunity for work/ life balance (available based off location)

Why Mercury?

Why should you join Mercury Systems?

Mercury Systems is a technology company that makes the world a safer, more secure place. We push processing power to the tactical edge, making the latest commercial technologies profoundly more accessible for today's most challenging aerospace and defense missions. From silicon to system scale, Mercury enables customers to accelerate innovation and turn data into decision superiority. Headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, Mercury employs more than 2,300 people in 24 locations worldwide. To learn more, visit mrcy.com

Our Culture

We are committed to making Mercury a great place to work, no matter where our employees are located. We offer a casual and enjoyable atmosphere that allows employees to learn and grow. We help and care for one another and work as one to achieve results for us and for our customers. We value communication and transparency, and strive to foster two‑way dialogue at all levels of the organization. We are committed to lifelong learning, offering comprehensive skills training and tuition reimbursement. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or you are an experienced professional, it's important to us that you feel recognized and rewarded for your contributions.

Mercury Systems is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, creed, citizenship, disability, protected veteran or marital status.

As an equal opportunity employer, Mercury Systems is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact the number below for assistance.

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