Senior Equipment Technician (High Voltage / RF)$35-$45/hr | Palo Alto, CA | Full Benefits + Commuter-Friendly Perks Are you the type of technician who wants to understand why a system failed, not just replace a board and move on? At Microwave Power Products (MPP), we're looking for a hands-on Senior Equipment Technician who can troubleshoot complex high-voltage and RF systems down to the component level in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is not a bench-only role and not a routine maintenance position. We want someone with strong electronics fundamentals, practical troubleshooting ability, and the confidence to work safely around sophisticated industrial equipment where production uptime matters and documentation may not always be complete. At MPP, we manufacture specialized RF (radio frequency) and high-power electronic products used in aerospace, defense, medical, and industrial applications. You'll support the manufacturing and test equipment tied to production, helping ensure high-voltage systems remain reliable, properly maintained, and available to support daily operations. This role includes troubleshooting equipment issues, supporting preventive maintenance activities, managing production-impacting equipment downtime, and partnering with engineering teams on equipment upgrades, root cause investigations, equipment improvements, and next-generation system bring-up. Located in Palo Alto, California, MPP brings more than 70 years of manufacturing experience and is now part of TransDigm Group, a global aerospace and defense company. It's an exciting time to join a team that values its deep technical legacy while continuing to invest in the next generation of manufacturing, equipment, and engineering innovation. What You'll Work On High-voltage DC power supplies and modulators

RF and microwave test equipment

Industrial electronics and control systems

PLC I/O troubleshooting

Analog and digital circuits

Oscilloscopes, HV probes, hipot testers, and diagnostic equipment

Legacy and custom-built equipment

Component-level troubleshooting and repair What You'll Do Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and maintain high-voltage electronic and manufacturing equipment

Read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams

Diagnose failures at the component, wiring, chassis, module, and system level

Troubleshoot AC/DC power systems, control circuits, relays, interlocks, sensors, and instrumentation

Perform soldering, connector repair, cable repair, and chassis-level repair work

Support root cause investigations, equipment improvements, and prototype equipment bring-up

Work closely with technicians, engineers, manufacturing, calibration, and facilities teams to restore equipment uptime

Collaborate with the Equipment Engineering team to prepare the transition from legacy equipment systems to next gen

Document troubleshooting findings and repair actions clearly and accurately

Follow all high-voltage safety procedures including lockout/tagout (LOTO), stored energy discharge procedures, grounding verification, and two-person safety protocols What Makes Someone Successful Here Strong electronics fundamentals

Hands-on troubleshooting experience

Logical and methodical problem-solving approach

Comfortable working directly on manufacturing equipment and test systems

Ability to troubleshoot safely without taking shortcuts

Comfortable working through incomplete documentation and legacy equipment challenges

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Dependable during production-impacting downtime situations Preferred Qualifications Associate degree in Electronics Technology, Industrial Electronics, Electrical Technology, or related field; equivalent military or trade experience strongly considered

5+ years of experience troubleshooting industrial electronic equipment, semiconductor equipment, RF systems, high-voltage systems, or similar technical equipment

Strong understanding of analog and digital electronics fundamentals

Experience troubleshooting AC/DC power systems and industrial control circuits

Hands-on experience using oscilloscopes, HV probes, RF test equipment, and related diagnostic tools

Experience with PLC troubleshooting and industrial automation support

Experience performing component-level troubleshooting and repair

Familiarity with high-voltage safety procedures and stored energy hazards

Military electronics technician backgrounds are highly valued

Ability to obtain a DoD Security Clearance is a huge plus

WHAT TO EXPECT

(Work Environment & Physical Demands) An active manufacturing production environment.

High-voltage and industrial electronic systems with established electrical safety procedures

Lockout/tagout (LOTO) requirements, grounding verification practices, and PPE protocols

Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout manufacturing areas for extended periods

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as needed and/or use lifting assistance for more than 50+ lbs

Ability to work directly on equipment, wiring, and electronic assemblies in manufacturing and test environments This position may involve access to information subject to U.S. export control laws (ITAR/EAR). Access to certain controlled information may be limited to individuals who qualify as "U.S. persons" (generally U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, and certain protected individuals). Non-U.S. persons may still apply; however to be eligible for the role, access to controlled information may require U.S. government authorization. Applicants must be able to comply with applicable export control requirements. For security clearance position, the candidate must be a US citizen with the ability to obtain a U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Security Clearance as required, holding a security clearance is a plus.

WHAT WE OFFER

Salary Range - $35.00 - $45.00 / hour depending on experience Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Generous 401(k) match

Paid holidays and PTO

Employee assistance programs

Commuter benefits including complimentary EV charging

OUR WORKPLACE COMMITMENT

We value the unique and diverse skills, qualities, and backgrounds that each employee brings to MPP, and we respect each employee as an integral member of our growing team. MPP is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all current and prospective employees, as well as to promoting a culture of inclusion and respect for everyone. We celebrate the innovation that diversity creates in the work environment, and we recognize that each employee brings their own unique capabilities, experiences, and perspectives to the organization. It is this variety that adds value to our teams, as well as to our stakeholders. We welcome and encourage applicants to reach their full potential with us. MPP is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.