Technician - Test - Level 3 - Day Shift

Honeywell Aerospace; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Job summary

Honeywell Aerospace in San Jose, CA is seeking an RF Technician to support production activities involving advanced microwave subsystems. You will perform RF circuit alignment, circuit card testing, and subsystem testing to meet schedules, documenting data and feeding back to engineers.

The role emphasizes hands-on testing in a production setting with collaboration across engineering and manufacturing teams, including daily briefings and strict adherence to procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' work experience troubleshooting, testing and tuning RF equipment.
• Familiarity with microwave test equipment including network/spectrum analyzers, signal generators, power supplies, power meters and DVMs.
• Ability to use small hand tools such as tweezers and torque drivers and experience working under a microscope.
• Good written and verbal skills and ability to carefully follow written instructions.
• Computer skills are required for this position including file manipulation, file organization, accessing and launching various programs, and basic Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance.
• This position requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by US export laws. In order to be eligible for this position, you must be a “US Person” under US export laws (or eligible for approval under a U.S. Government export license).

Responsibilities

• Test and troubleshoot microwave subsystems and circuit card assemblies, carefully review data for compliance.
• Perform RF tuning, troubleshooting and testing on MICs, review data for compliance.
• Follow production documentation and processes, keep detailed records of testing and rework performed.
• Participate in daily production meetings and interface with manufacturing engineers.

Skills

RF troubleshooting

Microwave testing

Microscope handling

Education

Associates Degree in Electronics

Tools

Network analyzers

Spectrum analyzers

Signal generators

Power meters

Power supplies

DVMs

Job description

We are seeking a RF Technician to work at our San Jose, CA facility. The RF Technician’s responsibilities are focused in the area of microwave circuit alignment and test and subsystems test to meet shipping schedules. The RF Technician will support production activities within a group concentrating on advanced microwave subsystems for applications including missile front ends, radar receivers, wideband tuners and synthesized sources. Duties include RF circuit alignment, circuit card testing and troubleshooting, subsystem product alignment and testing, collecting and documenting test data and providing feedback to manufacturing engineers on production products.

Key Responsibilities

• Work in a production environment to perform testing and troubleshooting of microwave subsystems and circuit card assemblies and carefully review data for compliance.
• Work in a production environment to perform RF tuning, troubleshooting and testing on multi-function thin film microwave integrated circuits (MICs) and carefully review data for compliance.
• Carefully follow production documentation and processes, including keeping detailed records of testing and rework performed.
• Actively participate in daily production meetings and regularly interface with manufacturing engineers.

Pay Transparency

The hourly pay range for this position is $34.25 - $42.84. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Honeywell considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR HONEYWELL AEROSPACE

Beyond a performance-driven salary, you'll work alongside dedicated experts on technology that's advancing aviation. As a Honeywell Aerospace employee, you're eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Employer-subsidized medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts
• Employee assistance program and educational assistance
• Parental leave and 12 paid holidays
• Paid time off for vacation, personal and sick time

• and this role may be eligible for a 9/80 schedule.

Explore your benefits: https://honeywellaerospacebenefits.com/

U.S. PERSON REQUIREMENTS

Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. person, which is defined as a U.S. citizen, a U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status.

Must Have

• Minimum of 3 years' work experience troubleshooting, testing and tuning RF equipment.
• Familiarity with microwave test equipment including network/spectrum analyzers, signal generators, power supplies, power meters and DVMs.
• Ability to use small hand tools such as tweezers and torque drivers and experience working under a microscope.
• Good written and verbal skills and ability to carefully follow written instructions.
• Computer skills are required for this position including file manipulation, file organization, accessing and launching various programs, and basic Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance.
• This position requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by US export laws. In order to be eligible for this position, you must be a “US Person” under US export laws (or eligible for approval under a U.S. Government export license).

We Value

• Associates Degree in Electronics, trade school or technical education and 5 plus years' experience OR, 8 plus years work experience in lieu of an associate degree or trade school or technical education.
• Ability to solder small surface mount and through hole parts. IPC 610 certification a plus.

ABOUT HONEYWELL AEROSPACE

Honeywell Aerospace Inc. (Nasdaq: HONA) invents and commercializes technologies that address some of the world’s most critical challenges around energy, safety, security, air travel, productivity, and global urbanization. We are a leading software-industrial company committed to introducing state-of-the-art technology solutions to improve efficiency, productivity, sustainability, and safety in high-growth businesses in broad-based, attractive industrial end markets. Our products and solutions enable a safer, more comfortable, and more productive world, enhancing the quality of life of people around the globe. Learn more about Honeywell: click here ( https://www.honeywell.com/us/en )

THE BUSINESS UNIT

Honeywell Aerospace Integrated Supply Chain (ISC) business unit focuses on optimizing supply chain operations through innovative solutions and efficient processes. ISC drives operational excellence by integrating planning, procurement, manufacturing, and logistics to deliver superior value to customers and stakeholders worldwide.

Honeywell Aerospace is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status. Learn more about inclusion and diversity : click here (https://www.honeywell.com/us/en/company/inclusion-and-diversity)

The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Job Posting Date: September 1, 2026