RF Electronics Technician

PGS Worldwide•Buffalo, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

PGS Worldwide is seeking an RF Electronics Technician in Buffalo, New York, to support a leading aerospace and defense company. This is a one-year, onsite contract-to-hire role supporting advanced simulation technology. The technician will test, troubleshoot, tune, and document RF products, digital circuit cards, electronic assemblies, and integrated test systems. The work involves interpreting technical drawings and procedures and performing precise tasks on small microelectronic assemblies under a microscope. The position is onsite on second shift, from 4:00 PM to 12:30 AM, with an unpaid 30-minute lunch. The schedule follows a 9/80 arrangement with every other Friday off and may change based on business needs. Relocation assistance is not provided. Military veterans and transitioning military members are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
U.S. citizenship.
Electronics knowledge gained through schooling, military service, or professional experience.
Ability to read, interpret, and follow technical procedures and drawings.
Ability to test and troubleshoot electronic products and assemblies.
Ability to analyze equipment operating characteristics and isolate malfunctions.
Ability to accurately document testing, troubleshooting, and production activities.
Ability to perform detailed work under a microscope.
Strong manual dexterity and precision.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Ability to follow safety, ESD, FOD, and cleanliness requirements.
Ability to successfully complete required in-house workmanship training.
Ability to work onsite on second shift in Buffalo, New York.

Nice To Haves

Experience testing and troubleshooting RF microelectronics, amplifiers, switches, mixers, or related RF products.
Experience troubleshooting digital circuit cards.
Experience using schematics, wiring diagrams, wire lists, source-control drawings, or test procedures.
Experience performing RF tuning under a microscope.
Experience operating, maintaining, or calibrating electronic test equipment.
Soldering and electronic assembly experience.
Experience collaborating with engineering teams.
Knowledge of defense electronics or Electronic Warfare systems.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Experience in a performance-based, metrics-driven environment.
Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook experience.

Responsibilities

Test and troubleshoot RF products and digital circuit cards.
Diagnose nonconformances using drawings, procedures, and test equipment.
Perform RF tuning on microelectronic assemblies under a microscope.
Isolate malfunctions in products and integrated test systems.
Maintain or calibrate test equipment.
Interpret test findings and recommend corrective actions.
Record test results and production data in applicable systems and records.
Perform electronic and mechanical production assembly tasks.
Assist engineers and supervisors with test-procedure development or modification.
Maintain a safe, ESD-controlled, FOD-compliant work area.