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Senior RF Test Technician Part Time
Mercury Systems Inc.
Hudson , NH 03051
Posted 2 months ago
In this role, you have the opportunity to test, tune and do basic troubleshooting of complex, multi-function, RF/microwave microelectronic assemblies.
You are responsible for
- Testing, tuning and basic troubleshooting 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
You are 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
Required Qualifications
- Associates degree from a technical school with 2 years on
the job training or 8 years on the job training
- RF microwave test and tuning 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
Preferred
- 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."