RF Engineering Technician

The successful candidate will work closely with design engineers to develop cutting edge RF modules used in mobile devices. Responsibilities include operating automated testers, running automated calibration routines, perform basic manual RF tests, evaluating standard RF devices, including but not limited to couplers, filters, duplexers, amplifiers, isolator, building fixtures, building RF test setups, building harnesses, mounting RF chips on evaluation boards using soldering iron and hot plate. You will review test results with engineers, make modification of prototypes and retest until performance meets specifications. The technician will take an active role in the development of products by making tuning decisions, participating in meetings, and being a team player.

Supports engineering activities such as design, test, check-out, modification, fabrication and assembly of prototype electro mechanical systems, experimental design circuitry or specialized test equipment. Applications may include analog, digital and/or video circuits, and logic systems. Works from schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, layouts or defined plans to perform testing, checkout and trouble-shooting functions. Performs operational test and fault isolation on systems and equipment. Assists in determining methods or actions to remedy malfunctions. Assists in the design, construction, test and check-out of test equipment. Uses manufacturing, test, development or diagnostic equipment, including, but not limited to, test programs oscilloscopes, signal generators and specialized test apparatus.

• Associate Degree or equivalent years of experience plus 4 years of related experience
• Knowledge and hands on experience with RF test equipment: multi-meter, spectrum analyzer, VNA, oscilloscope, signal generators, power meter, power supplies, etc.
• Soldering skills, experienced in using soldering iron, hot plate
• Proficiency in bench level/trouble shooting electronic equipment
• Ability to understand schematics and diagrams
• Familiarity with handling RF chip devices in an ESD environment
• Experience with MS-Office and Windows OS
• Ability to interpret data, basic understanding of DC and RF data: voltage, current, power, insertion loss, return loss
• Excellent communication skills, ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Excellent organizational skills
• Must have team-oriented attitude, accountability and ownership

• Assembly experience is a strong plus
• Preferably with some knowledge with C/C++ or similar