RF Test Technician

Mercury Systems•Oxnard, CA

About The Position

The RF Test Technician II performs detailed testing and troubleshooting of RF and microwave technologies used in defense and aerospace systems. The role conducts RF measurements, tuning, and functional testing on semiconductor devices and chip-and-wire assemblies to ensure they meet engineering and military requirements. The technician applies knowledge of block diagrams, test equipment, and engineering standards to identify issues, document results, and support product reliability. The position works with engineering and follows Acceptance Test Procedures to help deliver high-performance technology. The technician works on microwave devices from 20 MHz to 20 GHz, including filters, mixers, switches, diplexers, multiplexers, LNAs, amplifiers, and integrated microwave assemblies. The role also involves using laboratory equipment, resolving practical problems, maintaining and calibrating test equipment, and communicating production status. Mercury describes a casual, enjoyable team atmosphere, flexible work schedules, and opportunities to improve skills.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Typically, a minimum of 2 or more years of experience in RF and microwave module testing.
Hands-on experience tuning RF and microwave devices using stubs or other methods.
Hands-on experience with electrical measurements, including return loss, insertion loss, rejection, gain, noise figure, 1 dB compression, intermodulation, harmonics, and spurious measurements.
Understanding of DC theory, including Ohm's Law.
Experience following test instructions and manufacturing procedures.
Ability to read assembly drawings and electrical schematics.
Experience working under a microscope, with excellent hand-eye coordination.
Physical hand dexterity to perform job duties, including prolonged use of small hand tools.
Experience with electronic circuit fundamentals and RF measurement methods.
Experience using laboratory test equipment, including vector network analyzers, RF signal generators, spectrum analyzers, power meters, digital multimeters, and basic electronic tools.
Must have or obtain a government security clearance; security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Electronics.
Previous experience working for an aerospace or defense electronics company.
Active DoD Secret Clearance.
Familiarity with following ESD procedures.
Ability to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

Tune, test, and troubleshoot microwave devices from 20 MHz to 20 GHz, including filters, mixers, switches, diplexers, multiplexers, LNAs, amplifiers, and integrated microwave assemblies.
Perform RF and microwave tests using laboratory equipment.
Solve practical problems efficiently and in a timely manner.
Work from schematics, work instructions, drawings, and operating procedures.
Record and organize test results and communicate the status of production efforts.
Maintain and calibrate test equipment to ensure reliability.
Perform other responsibilities as directed and necessary for the business.