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Teledyne RF&M
RF Test Technician
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A Radio Technician tests, inspects and repairs radio and wireless broadcast and communications equipment. Often requires driving to locations, sometimes remote to perform on site technical support.
$77,918 / year median in California
+1% projected growth
Job Description
Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research. Build technology that powers critical missions. At Teledyne Microwave Solutions, we've spent over 50 years designing and manufacturing advanced RF and microwave components for aerospace, defense, and communications. Our products support applications from radar and space to electronic warfare and UAV systems. If you're ready to bring your hands-on expertise to a team that values precision and innovation, join us as an RF Test Technician. What you'll do Set up and conduct tests on components and assemblies under operational conditions Read and interpret specifications in production units Execute RF tests per documented procedure and provide accurate data for the units Communicate during the RF test stage with the responsible technician of a product with out of tolerance RF measurements and other issues Be able to clearly communicate and interact with the Quality personnel and the necessary production and manufacturing personnel to resolve production-related issues Follow safety procedures when handling chemicals and hazardous materials What you need A working understanding of the RF and DC testing that is completed in support of production. Some of the tests are gain, VSWR, 1 dB compression point, Sat power, 3rd OIP, noise figure, spurious, and harmonics. Understand how to use microwave measurements, RF amplifiers, automated testing, and manual testing of microwave products with limited supervision (required) Knowledge of test equipment such as network analyzer, spectrum analyzer, RF generator, noise figure meters, power meters, etc. (required) 5+ years of experience in RF field and/or training (preferred) U.S. Citizen status in order to be eligible to obtain/maintain a D.O.D. security clearance. (required) What we offer $5,000 sign-on bonus Competitive salary and comprehensive health benefits 401(k) with company match and retirement plans Paid time off and flexible work arrangements Professional development and training opportunities A collaborative environment focused on innovation and growth What happens next Apply online through Teledyne's careers page. If your qualifications align, our team will contact you for interviews and guide you through the next steps. Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.