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Job Title: RF Test Technician

Job Location: Torrance, CA
Salary: $30.00-$35.00/hr DOE

We currently have an opening for a talentedRF Test Technicianat our Torrance, California location. In this full-time hourly position, you will be part of a production team responsible for the tuning and testing of traveling wave tubes (TWTs) used in space applications. Assignments may include performing final product testing using RF sweepers, RF power meters, vector network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, waveguides and waveguide couplers, coaxial cables, high voltage power supplies up to 80 kV, thermal vacuum chambers, and vibration fixtures.

Responsibility for the set-up, alignment tuning and testing of passive R.F. filter and multiplexing devices for space, military, and other hi-reliability applications. You will also be responsible for the set-up and operation of acceptance and qualification testing in strict compliance with established test procedures. You must be able to interpret electrical tuning instruction, acceptance test procedures. You will be responsible for the preparation of test data packages in accordance with established procedures as well as the accurate and timely processing of manufacturing records. 

• Familiarity with electronic test equipment and the use of high-voltage power supplies, including high-voltage safety practices, is necessary. 
• Must be able to read and interpret test instructions, assembly instructions, and engineering drawings (blueprints). 
• Effective communication skills are necessary in order to work effectively with team members, supervisors, and other employees. 
• Proficiency with PCs and Microsoft Office applications is needed. 
• Experience with vacuum electronic devices (such as traveling wave tubes) or other microwave devices is a plus. 
• Knowledge of environmental test processes and equipment is beneficial. 

• Applicant must demonstrate the ability to tune RF devices. Filters, lumped element, Combine, multiplexers, etc. 
• Applicant must demonstrate a working knowledge of radio electronics equal to that gained by an associate’s degree in electronics or equivalent military training. 
• You must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of network analysis and a familiarity with devices such as the PNA’s, 8720 or 8753 (to name a few). 
• You must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of various microwave test equipment, i.e., Strip Chart Recorders, Power Meters, etc. 
• You should have at least 5 years’ experience in the microwave componentindustry and experience in a space or flight qualified manufacturing environment
• Associate’s degree in Electronic Technologyor other relevant field (or equivalent military schooling), preferably with supplemental coursework in microwave theory, OR additionalequivalent experience. 
• 4+ years of experience testing electronic devices, preferably including experience testing microwave devices or RF amplifier units. 
• Stellant Systems is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local law. 

Stellant Systems is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local law.

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S. (e.g. Green Card holder), or a protected individual as defined by the International Traffic in Arm Regulations (ITAR).