Radio Frequency Technician

About the role

The RF (Radio Frequency) Electronics Technician is responsible for testing, diagnosing, troubleshooting, and performing component level repairs on radio frequency (RF) electronic assemblies and circuitry. This role supports the maintenance, repair, and overhaul of circuitry used in communication, radar, navigation, or related electronic equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform component-level, board-level, and system-level troubleshooting for RF circuits and subsystems, identifying defective components.
• Diagnose faults using schematics, wiring diagrams, technical manuals, and test procedures.
• Conduct RF alignment, calibration, and performance verifications of systems and subassemblies.
• Document repair actions, test results, and failure analysis findings accurately.
• Use specialized test equipment, such as spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, power meters, signal generators, frequency counters, and oscilloscopes.
• Maintain and update technical data packages, and run qualification and validation testing for new product introductions.

Requirements

• Understanding of RF principles and AC/DC circuit theory.
• Experience with oscilloscope, network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, signal generators and similar test apparatus.
• Ability to use hand tools for soldering and repairing electronic components, often under a microscope.
• Training Pre-requisites (Within One Year of Taking Position): ESDSafety Training, FOD, Soldering Skills.

Qualifications

• Education (Highest Level Required): Associate degree in Electronics OR short certificate in electronics (Transcript needed to prove required Electronic Theory) …OR military training in electronics theory repair (Proof needed).

Skills and Abilities

• Have the ability to complete troubleshooting, testing, and component-level repairs of various electronic devices using schematics and various test equipment.
• Must be able to follow verbal instructions and work within a team environment.
• Able to properly complete material requests and work-related documentation, then input appropriate documentation into the computer.
• Able to follow written work instructions and maintain quality standards.
• Experience in soldering is a plus.

Benefits

• Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off.
• Competitive compensation & 401(k) program to plan for your future.
• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts.
• Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Generous Employee Referral Program.
• Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identity Theft, Pet Insurance, and more.
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees.