RF Test Technician

Overview
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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
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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
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• 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
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• 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
: $24 to $30 per hour.

If you are a technician with a background in RF circuit design and testing, Empower RF Systems will further your experience and career growth.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability / Vets