RF Test Technician II: Precision Lab & Antenna Testing

Communications & Power Industries, Inc.; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness programs

Retirement savings with company match

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Communications & Power Industries, Inc. (CPI Antenna Technologies, Orbital Systems) in Irving, TX is seeking a hands-on RF Production Technician II to operate and maintain advanced RF/test facilities and contribute to cross-functional test strategies.

The role emphasizes RF testing, data analysis, and supporting prototype development in a production environment. Strong soldering, equipment handling, and schematic interpretation are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in RF systems and production environments.
• RF and controls expertise across a variety of applications.
• Demonstrated experience using spectrum analyzers, power meters, signal generators, VNAs, and other RF test equipment.
• Proficiency in soldering and meeting J-STD certification standards (soldering test required during interview).
• Strong eye-hand coordination with the ability to work precisely and efficiently.
• Proven success working in cross-functional teams across engineering, manufacturing, and operations.
• Ability to fabricate basic hardware for testing and production needs.
• Familiarity with antenna testing methodologies and RF system installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting is preferred.
• Trade certification in a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain advanced RF and antenna test facilities, ensuring reliability and accuracy in critical testing environments.
• Author RF test procedures, collect and analyze RF test data, and produce clear, actionable technical reports for engineering and quality teams.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Program Management to define and implement robust test strategies.
• Perform diverse equipment and process operations, applying advanced skills across electrical, software, and manufacturing domains.
• Construct, troubleshoot, calibrate, adjust, test, and diagnose equipment, components, devices, and systems to meet high technical standards.
• Modify and debug tools and equipment, building from detailed drawings and schematics to support engineering prototyping and production needs.
• Document and conduct experiments under the guidance of technical leadership to refine designs and improve product functionality.
• Analyze test data to identify cause-effect relationships, then recommend and help implement process improvements and corrective actions.
• Support prototype development, including testing, adjusting, and assembling electromechanical systems, RF circuits, and specialized test apparatus.
• Independently conduct RF tests both in a controlled lab setting and out on the test range using advanced RF instrumentation.
• Build, troubleshoot, and repair electronic or electromechanical systems with a focus on feeds, modules, and mission-critical hardware.
• Adjust and maintain RF and electronic systems based on schematics and engineering instructions.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance to keep testing facilities and production hardware in peak operational condition.

Skills

RF test equipment

Soldering

Cross-functional teamwork

Troubleshooting

Prototyping

Schematics reading

Tools

Spectrum analyzers

Power meters

Signal generators

VNAs

Job description

Communications & Power Industries, Inc. (CPI Antenna Technologies, Orbital Systems) in Irving, TX is seeking a hands-on RF Production Technician II to operate and maintain advanced RF/test facilities and contribute to cross-functional test strategies.

The role emphasizes RF testing, data analysis, and supporting prototype development in a production environment. Strong soldering, equipment handling, and schematic interpretation are essential.