RF Repair Technician

Job Description

Job Description

RF Repair Calibration Technician
San Diego, CA | Full-Time | Monday–Friday | $40- 55/hour (DOE)

Position Overview:

We are looking for an experienced RF Calibration Technician with strong RF knowledge and automation testing experience. This role will focus on the alignment, post-testing, troubleshooting, and repair of RF test and measurement equipment using automated calibration and testing programs.

Responsibilities:

• Perform alignment and post-testing of RF signal generators, network analyzers, and spectrum analyzers.
• Perform automated testing using MetCal, SureCal, N7800A, Python, and similar platforms.
• Apply RF techniques and metrology practices to evaluate equipment performance.
• Troubleshoot RF and electronic equipment and identify performance issues.
• Replace circuit boards, RF assemblies, subassemblies, and other components.
• Perform post-repair testing and verify equipment performance.
• Work with RF equipment from Keysight/Agilent/HP, Rohde & Schwarz, Tektronix, Anritsu, and similar manufacturers.
• Review test results and perform troubleshooting or adjustments as needed.
• Document testing, alignment, troubleshooting, and repair activities.
• Follow established metrology, quality, safety, and equipment-handling procedures.
• Collaborate with technicians and engineers to resolve technical issues and meet turnaround requirements.

Requirements and Skills:

• Proven experience with RF test and measurement equipment is required.
• Experience with automated testing and calibration programs is required.
• Military PMEL/TMDE/DOD training or Familiarity with ISO/IEC 17025 standards preferred.
• Strong understanding of RF techniques, testing methodology, and metrology practices.
• Experience with MetCal, SureCal, N7800A, Python, or similar platforms preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot RF and electronic equipment.
• Basic knowledge of electronic components, circuit boards, and subassembly replacement.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established procedures.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to lift and move equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.

Benefits: comprehensive benefits including

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k) w/ match; paid vacation.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

\nCompany Description

Work on cutting-edge RF and wireless technology spanning RF circuit design, antenna systems, high-frequency hardware, signal integrity, and system-level integration. Our team tackles challenging real-world problems from concept and simulation through prototyping, calibration, testing, and production.

Company Description

Work on cutting-edge RF and wireless technology spanning RF circuit design, antenna systems, high-frequency hardware, signal integrity, and system-level integration. Our team tackles challenging real-world problems from concept and simulation through prototyping, calibration, testing, and production.