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At Honeywell Aerospace, we engineer solutions for the world's most critical missions. We serve ... Test Technician Level 5 , you'll perform operational testing on a variety of moderately complex RF ...

Bachelor's degree in systems engineering, Engineering Management, Electrical Engineering (RF), or a ... Prepare Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMPs), and monitor and review test events, analyses and ...

Lead the integration and test of complete RF systems including antennas, feeds, waveguides ... Work with mechanical engineers, software and firmware developers, system engineers, and test ...

Lead the integration and test of complete RF systems including antennas, feeds, waveguides ... Work with mechanical engineers, software and firmware developers, system engineers, and test ...

Lead the integration and test of complete RF systems including antennas, feeds, waveguides ... Work with mechanical engineers, software and firmware developers, system engineers, and test ...

Lead the integration and test of complete RF systems including antennas, feeds, waveguides ... Work with mechanical engineers, software and firmware developers, system engineers, and test ...

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As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for freelance rf test engineer in Medford, MA is $122,628.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $101,600.00 and $144,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Rf Test Engineer vs RF Test Technician?

AspectFreelance Rf Test EngineerRF Test Technician
CredentialsEngineering degree, certifications in RF testingTechnical diploma or associate degree, on-the-job training
Work EnvironmentContract-based, project-specific, often remote or client sitesLaboratory or manufacturing facilities, on-site testing
Industry UsageDesign firms, consulting, freelance projectsManufacturers, testing labs, production lines

Freelance Rf Test Engineers typically hold engineering degrees and work independently on RF testing projects, often remotely or at client sites. RF Test Technicians usually have technical diplomas and work within labs or production environments. Both roles focus on RF testing but differ in credentials, work setting, and employment structure.

Infographic showing various Freelance Rf Test Engineer job openings in Medford, MA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $122,628 per year, or $59 per hour.

RF Test Tech 5

Woburn, MA • On-site

Honeywell International, Inc.
Furniture Manufacturing • 10K+ employees

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 18 days ago


Honeywell rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 186 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description


At Honeywell Aerospace, we engineer solutions for the world's most critical missions. We serve customers in the defense and aerospace markets. Seeking a career that offers challenging, diverse projects and opportunities? Looking for a position with a company that offers long-term professional advancement? Searching for a place that values a diverse, team-based environment? One that values YOU. Consider Honeywell Aerospace
You will work out of our Woburn, MA location on an On-site, work schedule. Day shift 6:30am start time.
As a Test Technician Level 5, you'll perform operational testing on a variety of moderately complex RF and microwave production components of varying complexity. This can be tasks including but not limited to: set-up, calibration, and testing and troubleshooting of instruments, RF and DC circuits, assemblies, components, and other systems and equipment. In the Production Test Technician role, you'll be critical to the successful production and technical support for our Engineering and other teams in ensuring our products achieve their intended functions and delivery schedule in a satisfactory manner to all of our customers.
You'll use your skills to work on Low to Medium Complexity Hardware, under general supervision.
Responsibilities
  • Determines compliance to test specifications, using methods and procedures from drawings, standard work and diagrams.
  • May assist in the selection and set-up of specialized test equipment.
  • May provide guidance to entry level production test technicians and support workers in the execution of production testing tasks.
  • Measure medium complexity hardware.
  • Maintain required certifications.

Qualifications
  • Minimum 3 years of experience working as a Test Technician in a manufacturing/electronics environment
  • Knowledge of equipment associated within the Test functions in a manufacturing environment
  • Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, Timekeeping system, ERP system, Routing, etc.)
  • Detail-oriented with good manual and eye dexterity (precise)
  • Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and embrace new challenges
  • Willingness to take on diverse projects and work with different teams
  • valid security clearance either or the ability to obtain one

WE VALUE:
  • High school diploma or GED equivalent
  • Experience in defense, aerospace, or military industry.
  • Good manual dexterity and experience/willingness to work using a microscope and small hand-tools.

Physical Requirements:
  • Use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, small tools, or controls
  • Reach with hands and arms
  • Sitting. At times, looking through a microscope
  • Standing or walking for prolonged periods of time
  • Frequently required to stand; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
  • Repeat the same movements
  • Occasionally lifting of light items weighing 5 to 10 pounds
  • Make quick, precise adjustments to machine controls
  • Objects weighing 30 pounds or more must be accompanied by automation or second person to avoid injury

About Honeywell Aerospace
Join a company that's reintroducing itself to the aviation community we've helped advance for more than a century. At Honeywell Aerospace (NASDAQ: HONA), we're launching as an independent, publicly traded aerospace and defense company built on a legacy of operational excellence and mission-focused execution.
Our new brand identity pairs that heritage with real momentum, as we build technology that helps pilots navigate with confidence, aircraft operate more efficiently, and operators stay ahead of change. With our systems on board 90% of the world's aircraft, your work here has reach that's rare to find anywhere else.
Focusing on our customers, investing in innovation, and building a culture of accountability and performance is how we're shaping what comes next.
Every horizon. Every mission. Every day.
#LI-Onsite
About The Business Unit
Honeywell Aerospace products and services are found on aircraft across commercial aviation, defense and space - from engines and cockpit electronics to cabin systems, mechanical components and connectivity solutions. Our technology helps operators fly more safely, reduce fuel consumption, improve on-time performance and deliver a better experience for the people on board.
As aviation continues to evolve, we're also developing systems to support autonomous and supersonic platforms, bringing the same focus on safety and efficiency to the next era of flight. With approximately 36,000 employees worldwide and net sales of $17.4B in 2025, Honeywell Aerospace is one of the largest dedicated aerospace companies in the world. Explore our businesses: https://www.honeywellaerospace.com
Electronic Solutions develops the avionics, navigation systems, sensors and electromagnetic defense technology that help aircraft perform safely and with precision. Our systems are on board 90% of the world's aircraft - serving commercial aviation, defense and space operators from integrated flight deck platforms with 30-plus years in service to radiation-hardened systems trusted for human spaceflight.
Benefits
Beyond a performance-driven salary, you'll work alongside dedicated experts on technology that's advancing aviation. As a Honeywell Aerospace employee, you're eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
• Employer-subsidized medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts
• Employee assistance program and educational assistance
• Parental leave and 12 paid holidays
• Paid time off for vacation, personal and sick time
Explore your benefits: https://honeywellaerospacebenefits.com/
Posting Timeline
The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Posting Date 7/6/2026
Hourly Pay Range
The hannual for this position is $98,000- 130,000.. Please note that this compensation information serves as a general guideline. Honeywell considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.
Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. person, which is defined as, a U.S. citizen, a U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status.
We are currently not sponsoring applicants for work visas for this job. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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Honeywell is charging into the Industrial IoT revolution with the establishment of Honeywell Connected Enterprise (HCE), building on our heritage of invention and deep, on-the-ground industry expertise. HCE is the leading industrial disruptor, building and connecting software solutions to streamline and centralize the assets, people and processes that help our customers make smarter, more accurate business decisions. Moving at the speed of software, we are creating, innovating and delivering solutions fast, challenging the way things have always been done, piloting new ways for all of us to work, and expecting our successes to set new standards for our customers and for Honeywell. The Chief Architect for Honeywell Connected Enterprise will lead a team of architects and system engineers responsible for the design of applications and infrastructure that deliver high value outcomes for customers in industrial, buildings, distribution centers, and aerospace vertical markets. The Chief Architect will work directly with leadership, development teams, and offering management to design well integrated solutions that utilize software platforming to encourage reuse and speed to market.

Industry

Furniture manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Charlotte, NC, US

Year founded

1906