Tune and Test Technician III

HEICO Corporation • Camarillo, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Lucix Corporation, a subsidiary of HEICO’s Electronic Technologies Group, designs, qualifies, manufactures, tests, and ships RF hardware from its California facilities. The company is seeking an experienced Tune and Test Technician with an understanding of microwave test techniques and equipment and a broad understanding of modules such as amplifiers, filters, synthesizers, mixers, and plexers in the 5 MHz to 50 GHz frequency range.

The role involves testing and aligning RF hardware, performing environmental and electrical tests, tuning hybrid and PCB-based microwave circuits, and troubleshooting devices under test and test stations down to the component level. The technician is also expected to suggest ways to improve tuning efficiency and repeatability and to perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate degree in electronics, or equivalent on-the-job experience of 5 or more years.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of microwave theory and application.
• Strong knowledge of Ohm’s Law and Kirchhoff’s Voltage Law.
• Strong knowledge of coaxial and waveguide connector sizes and their characteristics.
• General knowledge of materials, processes, and assembly techniques used for HI-REL hardware, along with good mechanical skills.
• General understanding of the challenges and techniques of tuning hybrid and PCB microwave circuits, including wedge bonding, ball bonding, and soldering.
• Familiarity with test equipment such as power meters, PNA-X, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, phase noise analyzers, and strip chart recorders.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to present problem-solving strategies.
• Ability to read schematics, assembly and wiring diagrams, process and parts specifications, and test procedures.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Basic computer skills, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Teams.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to differentiate between DUT and equipment failures.
• Proficient knowledge of RF power and necessary precautions and setup.
• Previous experience with bench and ATE construction and troubleshooting.
• Ability and willingness to help train fellow technicians.

Responsibilities

• Test and align (tune) RF amplifiers (LNAs/SSPAs), filters, mixers, oscillators, and converters up to 40 GHz.
• Perform environmental testing, including vibration, thermal vacuum, thermal cycling, and EMI/EMC tests, both onsite and offsite.
• Configure and perform tests including 1 dB compression (P-1), C/IM3, noise figure, PSAT, harmonics, continuous monitoring, S-parameters, k-factor, and spurious testing.
• Tune hybrid microwave circuits and modules using wedge bond and gap weld technology.
• Tune PCB-based microwave circuits.
• Troubleshoot devices under test (DUTs) and test stations down to the component level.
• Perform all relevant testing.
• Propose ideas to improve efficiency and repeatability for tuning.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage: medical, dental, and vision.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• HSA and FSA.
• Traditional 401(k) with company match.
• Company-sponsored basic life insurance, AD&D, and LTD.
• Voluntary coverage options, including critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, and supplemental life insurance.
• Tuition assistance program.
• Employee assistance program.
• 9/80 workweek providing every other Friday off.

What This Job Offers

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