Senior RF & Engineering Test Technician

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

401(k) with 150% match up to 6%

Life insurance

3 weeks paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation in Sparks, NV is seeking a technically skilled technician to perform advanced troubleshooting and repairs on complex aerospace systems. You will install equipment, conduct electrical and RF tests, and write detailed test reports while collaborating with engineers on development projects.

Ideal candidates have an associate degree and 3+ years of experience (or 5 years without a degree); you must read schematics, handle lab equipment, and be able to obtain a Secret

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a related field of study.
• 3+ years of experience as a technician or in a related field.
• In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 5 years of related experience is required.
• Ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical drawings, diagrams, schematics, and manuals.
• Ability to work with standard laboratory test equipment, other measurement equipment, hand tools, and power tools.
• Advanced proficiency in troubleshooting and maintaining complex systems.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform and oversee advanced troubleshooting and repairs on equipment.
• Perform electrical and RF tests and analyze and interpret the results.
• Develop and write detailed test reports.
• Install equipment and cabling in system racks, dress and route cabling.
• Collaborate with engineers on development projects.
• Develop and implement safety protocols and standard operating procedures.
• Mentor and train junior technicians.
• Assist with the assembly and construction of complex electronic and mechanical systems.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Reading drawings

Electrical systems

RF testing

Maintenance

Mentoring

Education

Associate's degree in related field

Tools

Multimeter

Oscilloscope

Soldering

Lab equipment

Job description

Sierra Nevada Corporation in Sparks, NV is seeking a technically skilled technician to perform advanced troubleshooting and repairs on complex aerospace systems. You will install equipment, conduct electrical and RF tests, and write detailed test reports while collaborating with engineers on development projects.

Ideal candidates have an associate degree and 3+ years of experience (or 5 years without a degree); you must read schematics, handle lab equipment, and be able to obtain a Secret