Mercury Systems · 1 day ago
RF Test Technician
Hudson, NH
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expMercury Systems is a technology company focused on enhancing safety and security through advanced processing power. They are seeking an RF Test Technician to conduct RF measurements on semiconductor components, perform troubleshooting, and assist in the development of new designs.
ComputerElectronicsManufacturingProduct DesignSoftware
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Tune, test and troubleshoot microwave components from 20MHz to 40GHz, including but not limited to, filters, mixers, switches, diplexers, multiplexers, filter-LNAs, amplifiers and integrated microwave assemblies (IMAs)
Test thermal, shock, vibration and environmental tests, troubleshooting/problem solving, debugging of moderate to complex problems by using a variety of test equipment, including bus analyzers, oscilloscopes and logic analyzers to ensure the highest quality of integrated and tested products
Perform RF/Microwave related tests utilizing laboratory equipment including network analyzers, signal analyzers, signal generators, oscilloscopes, function generators, high power amplifiers, noise meters, power meters, and multi-meters
Solve practical problems encountered in an efficient and timely manner
Set-up test equipment for testing of production hardware
Work from schematics, work instructions, drawings and operating procedures
Assist engineers with new design and development activities including prototyping and first article units
Conduct manual and automated production tests on RF semiconductor components
Record and organize test results and communicate the status of various production efforts
Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain electronics measurement equipment
Develop an understanding of operation, and parametric behavior of RF components
Perform occasional surface mount assembly/rework with hand soldering equipment
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma
Seven or more years' experience in RF and Microwave component testing
Understand lumped element, cavity and waveguide filter theory and tuning
Understand meaning of electrical measurements including but not limited to return loss, insertion loss, rejection, gain, noise figure, 1 dB compression, intermodulation, harmonics, spurious, etc
Understand DC theory (Ohm's Law)
Experience in following test instructions and manufacturing procedures
Ability to work under a microscope including excellent hand-eye coordination
Physical hand dexterity to perform all duties needed to complete the work (will require using small hand tools for prolonged periods)
Excellent written and verbal (English) communication skills
Proficient use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
Familiarity with electronic circuits fundamentals, and RF measurement methods
Ability to use lab test equipment including vector network analyzers, RF signal generators, spectrum analyzers, power meters, digital multi-meters, and basic electronic tools
Preferred
Associate Degree in Electronics
Benefits
Comprehensive skills training
Tuition reimbursement
Company
Mercury Systems
Mercury Systems is a leading commercial provider of secure sensor and safety-critical processing subsystems.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1998-01-30IPO
Leadership Team
Bill Ballhaus
Chairman and CEO, Director
Tod Brindlinger
Senior Vice President Operations and Supply Chain
Recent News
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