Job Title: Senior RF Microwave Technician
Location: CA

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Overview:
Client has over 50 years of experience in the design, development, and manufacture of sophisticated microwave/RF components and integrated assemblies for the most demanding challenges. Our products and capabilities are sought after by civilian and military organizations spanning numerous global markets, including Aviation, Communication, Electronic Warfare (EW/ECM/CIED), Industrial, Missile/UAV, Radar, Satcom, Space, and Test and Measurement. Teledyne Microwave Solutions invests heavily in research and development to maintain the ability to offer the world’s most advanced MW/RF capabilities for current and emerging challenges.

Responsibilities:
The microwave technician will be responsible for the tuning, aligning, troubleshooting, and final testing of microwave components, subsystems, and integrated assemblies. Most of the components operate in the 500 MHz to 26 GHz frequency range. Some special products operate up to 50 GHz. A strong knowledge of microwave test equipment like scalar and network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, power meters, noise figure meters, and digital scopes is required. Most of the work is done under a microscope using special handmade tools and probes. Some mechanical assembly may be required. Technicians are required to become proficient with ball bonders, soldering irons, and gap welders. Good hand and eye coordination is a requirement of the position. The technician should have good language and communication skills. Technicians must be able to follow written instructions, processes, and procedures. In many cases technicians will be required to work with engineers on new product releases or to trouble-shoot a product.

Qualifications:
• On the job training and the ability to pick up routing measurement, device biasing and testing methods.
• Learn company policies and procedures to perform routine task and operations.
• Completion of Electronic AC & DC theory and basic electronics are required. Excellent understanding of electronic theory.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Word and Excel.
• Minimum Education (or substitute experience) required: High School Diploma
• Minimum experience required: 15+ years previous experience
• Previous experience in the field of electronic technician is highly recommended.
• Strong understanding of the company’s products or similar products from another company.
• Technician is required to have a substantial understanding of the test and measurement requirements for microwave components. This technician should be able to apply the knowledge and skills to produce a wide variety of products with minimal quality and performance issues.
• US citizen and able to attain Security Clearance.