Associate Test Technician

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About the Company
They are the leader in making trusted, secure mission-critical technologies profoundly more accessible to aerospace and defense. They are leading the development and adaptation of commercial technology to help future-proof A&D applications and platforms, and make them more affordable, safe, secure, delivered timely and relevant for their customers.
 
About the Role

In this role, you have the opportunity to test, tune and do basic troubleshooting  of complex, multi-function, RF/microwave microelectronic assemblies. You will be a part of a successful organization that is experiencing rapid growth while pushing the limits of current technology. This role is in the Manufacturing department working in the Microwave group.

 

You are responsible for:

  • Testing of complex, multi-function, integrated RF/microwave microelectronic assemblies (IMAs) in a clean room environment.
  • Tuning RF devices (using stubs, manipulating bonds, add/subtract resistance, shortening/lengthening inductor coils, etc.)
  • Tuning for noise figure and VSWR/insertion loss/gain
  • Performing basic troubleshooting while developing deeper troubleshooting skills
    • Check the units for correct bonding
    • Identify RF shorts
    • Identify problem location (e.g. driver board, RF side)
    • Understand assembly process to identify shorts/opens in epoxy, bleed out.
  • Using of a tack welder
  • Using a variety of test equipment (Network Analyzer, Scaler, Oscilloscope, Power Supplies) to ensure the highest quality of integrated and tested products
  • Working with engineering and quality teams to provide feedback on current production problems
  • Engaging in continuous product improvement initiatives
  • Training and providing technical guidance to new technicians
  • Maintaining program specific test fixturing in support of electrical testing
  • Assisting engineering in the implementation of new test tools and support as needed.
  • Providing feedback for improvements in test documentation, equipment, and processes
  • The quality of work-in-process, FOD control, and workspace cleanliness
  • Assisting and collaborating with other technicians

To succeed in this role, you should have the following skills and experience:

  • Associates degree from a technical school with 1 year on
    the job training 
  • RF microwave test experience
  • Knowledge of DC circuits and RF theory
  • Background working with electronics
  • Experience in application RF fundamentals including but not
    limited to RF Gain, Gain Flatness, Gain Matching, Return Loss,
    P1 dB Compression, Phase tracking, Log linearity
  • Familiar with transmission line theory, AC/DC circuits
  • Computer literate and proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel,
    Outlook) and various other computer software
  • Good manual dexterity while working under a microscope
  • Ability to read schematic diagrams and assembly drawings

This position requires you to have or obtain a government security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens.”

Salary Range: $50-70k base
Benefits:
  • bonus opportunities (or special incentives for sales positions);
  • health, life and disability insurance;
  • company-paid holidays and time off;
  • 401(k) retirement plan;
  • discounted employee stock purchase plan;
  • tuition reimbursement; and
  • access to professional development and personal wellness platforms including LinkedIn Learning, Headspace, Aaptiv and Virgin Pulse.
Role Location: In person in Hudson New Hampshire.
 
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