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CRITICAL REQUIREMENT (Read Before Applying)

• MANDATORY RF & HIGH-FREQUENCY EXPERIENCE: This role strictly requires 5+ years of hands-on experience in RF (Radio Frequency), microwave production, high-voltage systems, or vacuum electronics (such as TWTs, Klystrons, or LINACs).
  
• Note for Applicants: Standard mechanical assembly, HVAC, general manufacturing, or pure quality/QA backgrounds will not be considered. You must possess active, shop-floor technical troubleshooting depth and bench-level testing competence for high-frequency hardware.
  

Please note: This is a contract position through ATR International, Inc. We are unable to accept Corp-to-Corp (C2C) applicants at this time.

ATR International cannot sponsor work visas (H-1B, F-1 STEM OPT with I-983, or similar). Candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization and meet U.S. Person status requirements to obtain a security clearance.

Please note that neither ATR International nor the client offers relocation assistance for this role; candidates must be local or able to relocate independently.

Job Title: RF Microwave Supervisor

Company: ATR International (On behalf of a premier manufacturing client)

Location: Palo Alto, CA (On-site)

Job Type: Contract

Compensation: $95,000.00 – $120,000.00 / year (plus potential performance bonus)

About the Opportunity

ATR International is partnering with a premier manufacturer of highly specialized RF, microwave, and high-voltage power systems used in defense, aerospace, medical, and industrial applications.

We are seeking a hands-on, technically authoritative RF Microwave Supervisor to lead daily production on the assembly and test floor. This is a critical priority leadership role. The ideal candidate is an advanced Lead RF Test Technician and can step up to be or is a Senior Production Lead. The ideal candidate possesses deep technical domain expertise in RF testing and troubleshooting and is ready to step up into direct production supervision.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Technical Floor Leadership: Act as the "go-to" technical expert for a tenured technician team, solving real-time build and testing challenges directly on the floor.
• Direct Operations Impact: Step in to drive schedule adherence, workflow execution, and first-pass yield in a specialized electromechanical environment.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Assurance, and Supply Chain to eliminate production bottlenecks and drive continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily floor activities to consistently hit safety, quality, delivery, and output goals.
• Assign work, monitor line progress, and maintain clear visibility over Work-in-Progress (WIP).
• Provide daily coaching, mentorship, and technical direction to test technicians and assemblers to enhance skill development and team production readiness.
• Hands-on troubleshooting of RF testing setups, vacuum electronics, high-voltage systems, or equipment failures to minimize line downtime.
• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering to optimize assembly methods, line configurations, and tooling.
• Track and report daily performance metrics, including output, labor utilization, and first-pass yield (FPY).
• Enforce strict quality standards, perform in-process quality checks, and maintain EHS compliance.

Qualifications & Experience

• Technical Domain Depth: 5+ years of hands-on experience in complex electromechanical manufacturing, with strong experience in RF/microwave production, high-voltage systems, vacuum electronics, or tube testing (e.g., TWTs, Klystrons, LINACs).
• Leadership Experience: 2+ years leading, supervising, or acting as a Lead / Senior Test Technician directing team workflows.
• Troubleshooting Expertise: Proven ability to "walk the walk" with tenured technicians, diagnose system/test anomalies, and maintain floor momentum.
• Continuous Improvement: Exposure to lean manufacturing principles and process improvement techniques.
• Physical & Tech Requirements: Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel); ability to lift up to 30 lbs and operate a hand crane for items exceeding 30 lbs.
• Education: Associate degree in a technical field (or equivalent technical/military training); Bachelor's degree preferred.

Note: This is an exempt, salaried leadership position focused on operational execution. Schedules may extend beyond standard business hours during key initiatives or high-priority delivery windows to support the team.

ATR International is a staffing and workforce solutions firm providing high‐quality talent across a wide range of industries, including technology, operations, and professional services.