RF/ Manufacturing Technician

Teledyne Technologies•Rancho Cordova, CA

About The Position

Join a team at the forefront of satellite communications technology, where precision, quality, and innovation are central to everything we do. In this role, you will play a vital part in ensuring high-performance radio frequency (RF) systems meet strict customer and industry standards. You’ll collaborate with skilled technicians and engineers, contributing directly to the reliability of advanced communication systems used worldwide.

Requirements

Hands-on experience with RF or microwave electronics and test equipment – required
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in electronics – required
Soldering skills for circuit tuning and repair – required
Ability to understand RF test measurements and concepts – required
Solid computer skills for testing and documentation – required
2–5 years of directly related technical experience – required
Associate degree in electronics or equivalent military/work experience – required
High school diploma or vocational training in a technical field – required

Responsibilities

Align, test, troubleshoot, and repair high-power solid-state microwave amplifiers
Work with block upconverters and digital control interfaces to ensure system performance
Perform RF testing using equipment such as spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and network analyzers
Tune RF amplifiers across multiple frequency bands including S-Band, C-Band, X-Band, and Ku-Band
Verify performance against key parameters such as gain, power, VSWR, harmonics, and compression
Interpret test data and diagnose performance issues
Apply soldering techniques during tuning and repair processes
Follow safety procedures and technical documentation accurately
Prepare basic reports and communicate findings with internal teams