Electronic Technician 4 (4th Shift)

Northrop Grumman•Rolling Meadows, IL

4d•$75,500 - $125,900•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking an experienced Test Technician in Microelectronics to support advanced Radio Frequency (RF) hardware for high‑reliability defense applications based in Rolling Meadows, IL. This role focuses on testing, tuning, and extensive troubleshooting of RF microelectronics circuits and assemblies (e.g., RF filters, amplifiers, and related RF components), often working for extended periods under a microscope on small‑form‑factor microelectronics. This is a 4th shift position, working from 6am to 6:30pm Friday, Saturday, and Sunday (You will work 36 hours but will be paid for 40). Training will be conducted during 1st shift hours.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED and a minimum of 6 years of relevant electronics or RF test experience, OR an Associate's degree in electronics technology, engineering technology, or related field and 4 or more years of relevant electronics or RF test experience, OR a Bachelor’s degree in a related STEM discipline with 2 or more years of relevant electronic or RF test experience.
Strong, hands‑on experience testing and extensively troubleshooting RF electronics, including tuning, testing, and/or troubleshooting RF filters, amplifiers, or RF microelectronics assemblies.
Experience troubleshooting to the component level on RF hardware using test data, schematics, and diagnostic techniques.
Experience with RF test equipment such as vector network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and signal generators.
Experience reading and interpreting detailed schematics and drawings.
Significant experience working under a microscope on small microelectronic assemblies
Experience with Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to work 4th shift (Friday–Sunday) on‑site in Rolling Meadows, IL.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
US Citizenship required.

Nice To Haves

Associate of Science or technical degree in electronics technology.
Military experience and education working with electronic equipment and systems.
Experience in aerospace/defense or other high‑reliability electronics manufacturing environments.
Experience using SAP or other Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) or Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) to document testing performed, enter test results, and create/manage quality notifications (QNs) or nonconformance records.
Experience working extensively under a microscope (inspection, rework support, or detailed troubleshooting).
Experience with ESD and FOD control practices working in Cleanrooms.
Experience with continuous improvement and process‑improvement principles (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma, 6S).
Experience handling CUI and COMSEC‑related hardware or documentation.
Active DoD Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

Set up, operate, and calibrate RF test equipment (e.g., network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, oscilloscopes, power meters) to test RF microelectronics circuits, modules, and assemblies.
Execute established test procedures to measure RF performance parameters (gain, noise figure, VSWR, linearity, power output, phase, etc.) across specified frequency bands.
Perform extensive troubleshooting at the circuit and component level on RF microelectronics hardware, including RF filters, amplifiers, MMICs, and related components.
Support tuning and optimization of RF circuits and microelectronics assemblies to meet performance specifications.
Read and interpret detailed schematics, assembly drawings, work instructions, and data sheets to perform test and debug activities.
Accurately record test data, results, and nonconformances in production travelers and electronic systems (e.g., SAP or other ERP/Manufacturing Execution Systems); create quality notifications or defect records as required.
Use Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) to document test results, compile reports, and communicate status.
Follow ESD (electrostatic discharge), FOD (foreign object damage), cleanliness, and handling procedures for sensitive microelectronics; support work in controlled or cleanroom environments as required.
Work routinely with and under a microscope, using good manual dexterity to handle, inspect, and troubleshoot small microelectronic components and assemblies.
Collaborate with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams to resolve test issues, support root‑cause analysis, and contribute to yield, quality, and process‑improvement initiatives.
Adhere to all safety, security, and compliance requirements, including proper handling of CUI (controlled unclassified information), COMSEC (communications security), and export‑controlled or classified hardware and data as applicable.