Test Technician (Swing shift)

Teledyne Technologies • Mountain View, CA

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About The Position

Teledyne Microwave Solutions is hiring a Test Technician to test RF and microwave components and assemblies used in aerospace, defense, communications, radar, space, electronic warfare, and UAV systems. The technician sets up and conducts tests under operational conditions, interprets product specifications, executes documented RF test procedures, and records accurate results. The role also involves communicating production test issues to responsible technicians and coordinating with Quality, production, and manufacturing personnel to resolve them. Safety procedures must be followed when handling chemicals and hazardous materials. The position includes a $5,000 sign-on bonus.

Requirements

• Working understanding of RF and DC testing performed in support of production, including tests such as gain, VSWR, 1 dB compression point, saturation power, third-order output intercept point (OIP3), noise figure, spurious emissions, and harmonics.
• Ability to use microwave measurement techniques, RF amplifiers, and automated and manual testing methods for microwave products with limited supervision.
• Knowledge of test equipment such as network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, RF generators, noise figure meters, and power meters.
• U.S. Citizen status to be eligible to obtain or maintain a D.O.D. security clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Five or more years of experience in the RF field and/or relevant training.

Responsibilities

• Set up and conduct tests on components and assemblies under operational conditions.
• Read and interpret specifications in production units.
• Execute RF tests according to documented procedures and provide accurate data for units.
• Communicate out-of-tolerance RF measurements and other issues to the responsible product technician during the RF test stage.
• Interact and communicate with Quality, production, and manufacturing personnel to resolve production-related issues.
• Follow safety procedures when handling chemicals and hazardous materials.

Benefits

• $5,000 sign-on bonus.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive health benefits.
• 401(k) with company match and retirement plans.
• Paid time off and flexible work arrangements.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Collaborative environment focused on innovation and growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed