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Works independently from test procedures, sets up and calibrates test stations, and meets production shipments by tuning and executing manual and automated tests.\nCompensation Range: The compensation range for this position is $30-45/hour.\nResponsibilities\nTest, troubleshoot, and mechanically assemble RF components and modules (filters, mixers, switches, amplifiers, LNAs, multi-chip modules, subsystems)\nMeet production shipping deadlines to meet site revenue demands\nOperate lab equipment including vector network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, power meters, oscilloscopes, noise figure meters, and multimeters\nSet up and calibrate manual and computer-controlled test stations independently\nPerform thermal and environmental testing; debug moderately complex problems\nWork from schematics, drawings, work instructions, and operating procedures\nRecord and maintain test data; review datasheets and test reports per Acceptance Test Procedures (ATPs)\nAssemble breadboards, test fixtures, and wiring harnesses; basic hand soldering\nCommunicate clearly with assembly & production staff, engineering, management, and other technicians\nRequired Qualifications\nExperience working under a microscope with small hand tools for extended periods\nPrevious experience tuning and shipping RF modules\n5+ years of RF/microwave component or module testing, or an associate degree / military electronics training with 3+ years of relevant experience\nSolid grasp of electronic circuit fundamentals and RF measurements (return loss, insertion loss, rejection, gain, noise figure, P1dB, intermodulation, harmonics, spurious)\nAbility to read block diagrams, schematics, and device layouts\nProficiency in Microsoft Office\nU.S. citizenship (or eligible status under U.S. export regulations) and ability to obtain a government security clearance\nPreferred Qualifications\nAssociate degree in Electronics\nExperience handling classified information and working in a closed room environment\nUnderstanding of RF circuit concepts such as filter topologies and impedance matching\nExperience with automated test systems\nExperience in mechanical assembly of RF sub systems\nWork Environment:\nWork is performed primarily in an electronics manufacturing and engineering laboratory environment.\nThe position requires regular use of RF test equipment, microscopes, hand tools, soldering equipment, specialized fixtures, and production documentation.\nWork may involve handling electronic components and assemblies in controlled manufacturing or electrostatic-discharge-protected areas.\nRegular on-site presence is required to support engineering development, production testing, technician training, and manufacturing operations.\nEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities\nThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. 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