Test Technician II - Antenna

About the role

This role is heavily focused on antenna range execution, test setup integration, facility readiness, and measurement quality. Candidates should be comfortable working hands-on with RF cabling, mechanical fixtures, positioning systems, test assets, and sensitive hardware while supporting both engineering development and production-related testing activities.

Responsibilities

• Execute antenna and antenna range test plans and provide concise, timely reporting of findings
• Configure, operate, and maintain antenna range facilities, including anechoic chambers, positioners, RF cabling, and support equipment
• Support setup and alignment of antennas, fixtures, instrumentation, and devices under test for near-field and far-field measurements
• Assist with antenna pattern, gain, polarization, and RF performance measurements
• Maintain clean, organized, and repeatable test setups consisting of instrumentation, switching, cabling, and mechanical integration hardware
• Troubleshoot test setup, cabling, instrumentation, and range configuration issues with guidance from engineering staff
• Support calibration and verification activities for antenna range systems and RF instrumentation
• Organize and maintain antenna testing facilities, equipment, inventory, and lab resources
• Execute and provide feedback on detailed test documentation with strong attention to quality and accuracy
• Support continuous improvement efforts for range efficiency, setup repeatability, and test execution processes

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of directly related experience as an Antenna Technician, Test Technician, Engineering Technician, or similar technical role
• Experience working with RF systems, antenna systems, or active electronics
• Hands-on experience with lab and test equipment such as VNAs, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, DMMs, and power meters preferred
• Familiarity with antenna measurement fundamentals, RF test methods, and antenna range operations preferred
• Experience working with mechanical fixtures, RF cabling, and instrumentation integration
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot with direction
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail
• Comfortable with collaboration tools such as MS Teams and SharePoint
• Ability to work well under deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong digital, written, and verbal communication skills
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, engineering drawings, diagrams, and test procedures

Pay

$29.91 - $35.34 an hour

Benefits

Full-time employment offers include company stock options and a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, disability and retirement plans.