RF Test Technician I

EMPOWER RF SYSTEMS INC. • Inglewood, CA

2d • $24 - $30

About The Position

Reporting to the Operations Manager and partnering closely with engineering teams, the RF Test Technician develops and performs test solutions for RF products from concept through manufacturing release. The role supports product development evaluations and final product characterization testing, working with the development team.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Electrical Engineering, trade school education, electronic certification, or equivalent professional training, with 3 years of experience in RF testing and basic manufacturing assembly skills.
• Ability to set and adjust electrical test instruments and measure the magnitude and accuracy of parameters specified.
• Ability to make complex test setups, including inputs, outputs, and metering requirements.
• Basic RF knowledge and tuning/troubleshooting experience at 6 GHz and below.
• Ability to debug circuits and systems.
• Hands-on experience with RF testing equipment, including spectrum and network analyzers, oscilloscope, power meter, signal generator, and power supply.
• Awareness of ISO 9001 standards and procedures.
• Comfort working independently and in team environments.
• Excellent communication skills, computer proficiency, and good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to walk, sit, or stand throughout an 8–10 hour day and lift 40 lbs. using proper technique.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with product design engineering and operations to support product development.
• Specify and recommend test resources, processes, capabilities, and technology.
• Set up test circuits to measure the electrical parameters of products.
• Test, update, and repair printed circuit boards using test stations, soldering equipment, and/or tools.
• Participate in the assembly and testing of RF components within manufacturing.
• Use basic statistical tools, including charts, histograms, and cause-and-effect diagrams, to evaluate electrical data for test variability and aid in problem solving.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree