RF Production Test Technician

Milpower

San Diego, CA

$35 to $52 Hourly
Full-Time

Job Description

Description:
You will be mainly involved with production test and debug of several models of new and field-returned high-power amplifiers. As part of this, you will follow written procedures to operate many types of test equipment which may reside on a lab bench or a test rack. For units which do not pass the testing process, you will use your experience and curiosity to troubleshoot the problem to the module or component level, and then take appropriate actions to fix the problems. To be effective at this, you will have to be adept at learning how the products work and to collaborate with others to ramp up to a good working knowledge of our products and test processes. You will document all failures and steps taken to fix the problems. In some cases, you may have ideas on how to improve the test and debug process and you will have to use your written and verbal communication skills to convey this information. You will also be expected to support design engineers on new product development, which involves bring-up, design verification testing and documentation.

Education and Experience:

Minimum Required: Electronics Trade School degree and at least 3 years’ experience in a relevant industry. Must be able to demonstrate reading comprehension, ability to execute test instructions and troubleshooting approach skills during an on-site interview.

Desirable Additional Traits: Experience with High Power Amplifiers (HPAs), RF testing in HF/VHF/UHF bands, Digital and Power Supply testing, EMI/EMC testing, ESS testing (Temp, Vibe, Burn-In), Automated Test Equipment, IPC soldering certified, organized, and excellent attention to detail. Direct experience with High Power Amplifiers (HPAs), Digital Modular Radios (DMR), RF testing in HF/VHF/UHF bands, EMI/EMC testing familiarity, ESS testing familiarity (Temp, Vibe, Burn-In), Automated Test Equipment, and organized with excellent attention to details.

Key Qualifications:

· Working knowledge of commercial test equipment such as spectrum analyzer, network analyzer, digital multimeter, oscilloscope, RF power meter, etc.

· Ability to work in a production environment where consistent on-site working hours and following ESD protocols is required.

· Ability to read and understand test procedures, schematics, and quickly learn about special test equipment, test protocols, and debug procedures.

· Ability to follow test procedures, perform the necessary steps, record data and escalate issues which may have to do with the unit under test, the test equipment, or the test procedures.

· Ability to troubleshoot problems to the circuit card or component level by using schematics, deductive reasoning and test equipment.

· A good personality and attitude which allows you to work in productive collaboration with other team members, in all roles.

· Integrity and honesty.