RF Engineering Technician

Division: Plasma Control Technologies )

Location:

San Jose, CA, US 95131

Requisition

For over 75 years, we have been following our curiosity. It drives us and has made Comet a leading Swiss technology company worldwide. Curiosity and the spirit of research have allowed us to become and remain innovative. For a better and sustainable world.

We develop and produce innovative high-tech components and systems based on X-ray and radio-frequency technology. Our developments make an important contribution to safer, more efficient and more sustainable production, mobility and communication.

In the Plasma Control Technologies (PCT) division, we manufacture specialized components that are required for the precise control of plasma processes and are used in the production of memory chips or touch screens for sensors, smartphones or tablets.

• Work directly with RF engineers and system design managers to perform critical testing of custom auto-match products.
• Identify and troubleshoot product hardware/software issues found during testing and report the findings to the engineering team.
• Compile and communicate testing results and conclusions to the project manager and the engineering team.
• Document and maintain test procedures and test protocols and be a liaison with the production team.
• Build system and sub-system assemblies for internal and customer use.
• Train production and application engineers on testing new products following the R&D test procedures.

• BS Electrical Engineering or equivalent work experience, with approximately 5+ years of experience in working with RF devices and test equipment.
• Knowledge of setting up, configuring and calibrating test equipment, namely VNA, impedance analyzer, power meter, spectrum analyzer, AWG, RFG, scope, etc.
• Understanding of safety requirements when operating high-power RF equipment.
• Good problem-solving skills to troubleshoot issues with the system under test.
• Must be able to work effectively in a highly interactive team environment and multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.

The target salary range for this job is approximately $52.00 to $57.00 / hour.

• Work on innovative solutions for global technical challenges
• Benefit from flexible working options
• Take part in Comet’s success through profit sharing
• Work with international colleagues and grow as a team
• Enjoy our diverse educational and career opportunities
• Enjoy a competitive compensation package with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision care, tuition reimbursement, a 401(k) plan, and a generous paid-time-off package