RF Technician – Wake Forest, NC Position Available In Wake, North Carolina

• 448357BR
• Auto req

ID:

• 448357BR

• Company:

• Wireless Research Center of NC

• Job Code:

• Technician_ _Technician

• Job Description:

• Position Summary:

• WRC is seeking a hands-on RF Technician to support the development, testing, and documentation of advanced wireless and antenna systems. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in electronics—whether gained through military service, education, or industry—who thrives in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.

• Key Responsibilities:

• + Perform antenna and RF testing and measurements for internal and client antenna and RF devices.

+ Collaborate with technical staff on prototyping and testing of RF, digital, and analog electronics, and antennas, to support client focused projects. + Assemble and test prototype RF assemblies. + Document and report test results for internal and external stakeholders. + Follow corporate operating policies and procedures. + Contribute to the facility’s ability to meet and exceed technical performance and corporate standards.

• Qualifications:

• + Electronics background with at least three years of relevant work experience.

+ Experience with antennas and RF electronics, prototyping (soldering and mechanical assembly), and electrical and electronics measurements. + Experience with electronic instruments (e.g., power supplies, voltmeters/ohmmeters, multimeters, oscilloscopes). + Hands-on experience conducting RF measurements using spectrum analyzers, VNAs, and signal generators. + Proficiency in Microsoft Office and/or Office 365.

• Desired but not required:
• + Experience assembling coaxial cables, connectors, and modules.

+ Basic programming knowledge (e.g., C, Python, MATLAB). + Familiarity with RF evaluation boards (e.g., GPS, cellular). + Experience with embedded processors and platforms. + Soldering skills including assembling printed circuit boards (PCBs) with surface mount components. + Experience using common shop tools (e.g., drill press, bandsaw, power hand tools).

• Veteran-Focused Notes:

• Military training or service in roles such as Electronics Technician (ET), Avionics Technician, RF Communications Specialist, or similar is highly valued. Equivalent military occupational specialties (MOS), AFSCs, or NECs are welcomed.

• Additional Requirements:

• + Must be a U.S. citizen. + Must pass a background check. + Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance (WRC will sponsor).

• Desired Education:

• + Associate degree or equivalent electronics, electrical engineering, or related field.

• Work Environment:

• +

Overnight Travel:

None + Small team-oriented lab and prototyping environment located in Wake Forest, NC

• Position Title:

• RF Technician – Wake Forest, NC

• Job Category:

• Technician

• Minimum Education Required:

• Associates

• Certificates/Security Clearances/Other:

• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance (WRC will sponsor).
• City
• :•Wake Forest •State•:•North Carolina