Rf Test Technician Ii

Overview:

Empower RF Systems is a leading provider of high-power ultra-broadband radio frequency (RF) amplifier solutions. Headquartered in Inglewood, California, the company designs and manufactures solid-state, high-power RF amplifier systems and modules for commercial, scientific, and military customers worldwide.

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Operations Manager and partnering closely with engineering teams, the RF Test Technician develops and performs test solutions for RF products from concept through manufacturing release. He/she supports product development evaluations and final product characterization testing and works with the development team.

Primary Duties:

• Work closely with product design engineering and operations to support product development.
• Specify and recommend test resources, processes, capabilities, and technology.
• Set-up test circuits to measure the electrical parameters of products.
• Test, update and repair printed circuit board using test stations, soldering equipment and/or tools.
• Participate in the assembly and testing of RF components within manufacturing.
• Use basic statistical tools, compare to charts, histograms, cause-and-effect diagrams, to evaluate electrical data for test variability and aid in problem solving.

Key Qualifications:

• Associate Degree in Electrical Engineering, trade school education, electronic certification, or equivalent professional training with 3 years of experience in RF testing and basic manufacturing assembly skills.
• Capable of setting and adjusting each electrical test instrument and measuring the magnitude and accuracy of the parameters called out by the specification.
• Able to make complex test set-ups including inputs, outputs, and metering requirements.
• Basic RF knowledge needed, along with tuning/troubleshooting experience from 6GHz and below.
• Ability to debug circuits and systems.
• Hands-on experience with RF testing equipment including Spectrum and Network Analyzers, Oscilloscope, Power Meter, Signal Generator, and Power Supply.
• Awareness of ISO 9001 standards and procedures.
• Comfortable working both independently and in team environments.
• Excellent communications skills; computer proficiency; good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Must be able to walk, sit or stand throughout an 8-10 hour day, and lift 40 lbs. using proper technique.

Pay Range: $22 to $27 per hour.

Summary:

If you are a technician with a background in RF circuit design and testing, Empower RF Systems will further your experience and career growth. To learn more, please visit our website at www.empowerrf.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability / Vets