Addison Group · 3 hours ago
Engineering Laboratory Technician
Hoffman Estates, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$80K/yr - $100K/yr
8+ years expAddison Group is seeking a Senior Engineering Laboratory Technician to support advanced radar and RF sensing platforms from early prototype through pilot builds and field validation. This hands-on role focuses on execution, debugging, testing, and direct hardware support in a fast-paced R&D environment.
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Hiring Manager
Steve Atkinson
Responsibilities
Support new hardware designs from early prototype through validated systems
Perform hands-on hardware bring-up, debugging, and characterization
Work with mixed-signal systems across analog, digital, RF, and power domains
Support FPGA/SoC platforms (DDR, PCIe, Ethernet, USB, high-speed serial interfaces)
Use lab equipment daily including oscilloscopes, spectrum/network analyzers, and logic analyzers
Perform soldering, rework, modification, and PCB repair
Assist with mechanical assembly, enclosures, cabling, and system integration
Build and support prototype test fixtures, jigs, and lab setups
Execute lab test plans, validation procedures, and field testing support
Document assembly, test, and validation procedures for repeatable builds
Partner closely with Hardware, RF, Radar, Test, Systems, Software, and AI teams
Qualification
Required
8+ years of hands-on engineering technician or laboratory experience
Strong bench-level debugging and troubleshooting skills
Comfort working across analog, RF, digital, and power systems
Experience supporting RF, SDR, or radar-based platforms
Excellent soldering, rework, and PCB repair capabilities
Ability to read schematics and hardware documentation (Altium a plus)
Experience in prototype, R&D, or early-stage hardware environments
Preferred
mmWave RF exposure
Python, C, LabVIEW, or scripting for test automation
Experience building custom lab infrastructure or test fixtures
Company
Addison Group
Addison Group specializes in filling company’s contract, contract-to-hire, or direct hire positions with professional candidates.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
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Odyssey Investment Partners
2022-01-04Acquired
2016-12-19Private Equity
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Thomas B. Moran
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