Engineering Technician D

Narda MITEQ is dedicated to recruiting and developing diverse, high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. Narda MITEQ provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work‑life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all essential functions, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Management retains the discretion to add or change the duties at any time.

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Engineering Technician to join our Operations team in a fast‑paced RF and Microwave manufacturing environment. This hands‑on role is ideal for an experienced technician with a strong background in testing, tuning, troubleshooting, and manufacturing advanced RF products.

• Test, tune, troubleshoot, characterize, and validate RF, microwave, millimeter‑wave, and frequency conversion products from discrete components through fully integrated subsystems.
• Perform RF and microwave characterization, tuning, troubleshooting, and acceptance testing using advanced RF test instrumentation, including PNA/PNA‑X network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, oscilloscopes, power meters, noise figure analyzers, RF sources, and automated test systems.
• Diagnose complex RF performance issues, analyze test data, and determine root causes using sound engineering principles and measurement techniques.
• Perform electrical alignment and optimization of RF assemblies to meet product performance specifications.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, specifications, and manufacturing documentation.
• Perform precision assembly and troubleshooting using microscopes and miniature hand tools.

• Partner with Design and Manufacturing Engineering to support prototype builds, First Article Inspection, New Product Introduction, and production readiness.
• Support engineering investigations by recommending design, test, or manufacturing improvements that enhance product performance, manufacturability, reliability, and quality.
• Develop and improve manufacturing fixtures, test methods, and standardized work instructions to increase repeatability and production efficiency.

• Drive Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives focused on improving first‑pass yield, reducing cycle time, increasing throughput, and eliminating waste.
• Support root cause investigations and corrective actions for manufacturing and customer‑return issues.
• Work across multiple manufacturing departments to resolve technical challenges and support production priorities while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.

• Mentor and support junior technicians by providing technical guidance on new products, manufacturing processes, RF test equipment, troubleshooting techniques, and best manufacturing practices.
• Maintain accurate manufacturing records, test documentation, and production data in accordance with company procedures and quality standards.

• High School Diploma or equivalent with 8+ years of related experience, or an Associate's Degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related technical discipline with 4+ years of relevant experience.
• Extensive experience testing, tuning, troubleshooting, and characterizing RF, microwave, millimeter‑wave, or frequency conversion products.
• Strong understanding of RF and microwave theory, measurements, and applications.
• Experience troubleshooting RF hardware from discrete component level through integrated subsystem level.
• Proficiency in using advanced RF test equipment.
• Ability to analyze RF test results and determine the root cause of electrical performance issues.
• Ability…