RF Test Technician

Job Summary:

The RF Test Technician supports Mercury’s mission by performing detailed testing and troubleshooting on advanced RF and microwave technologies used in critical defense and aerospace systems. In this role, you will conduct RF measurements, tuning, and functional testing on semiconductor devices and chip and wire assemblies, ensuring products meet strict engineering and military requirements. You will apply a solid understanding of basic block diagrams, test equipment, and engineering standards to identify issues, document results, and maintain high levels of product reliability. Through collaboration with engineering and careful execution of Acceptance Test Procedures, you help ensure the delivery of trusted, high‑performance technology that protects lives and strengthens our nation’s defense capabilities. 

Join a dynamic, friendly team of technicians where you can make an impact.  We offer flexible work schedules and the opportunity to improve your skills.

Job Responsibilities:

• Tune, test and troubleshoot, with minimum verbal direction, microwave devices from 20MHz to 20GHz, including but not limited to filters, mixers, switches, diplexers, multiplexers, LNAs, amplifiers and integrated microwave assemblies (IMAs)
• Perform RF/Microwave related tests utilizing laboratory equipment including network analyzers, signal analyzers, signal generators, oscilloscopes, function generators, high power amplifiers, noise meters, power meters, and multi-meters Solve practical problems encountered in an efficient and timely manner
• Work from schematics, work instructions, drawings and operating procedures
• Record and organize test results and communicate the status of various production efforts
• Maintain and calibrate test equipment to ensure reliability.
• Other responsibilities as directed and necessary for the business.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma
• Typically requires a minimum of 2 years of experience in RF and Microwave module testing
• Hands-on experience tuning RF and microwave devices using stubs or other methods
• Hands-on experience in electrical measurements including but not limited to return loss, insertion loss, rejection, gain, noise figure, 1 dB compression, intermodulation, harmonics, spurious, etc.
• Understand DC theory (Ohm's Law)
• Experience in following test instructions and manufacturing procedures
• Understand how to read assembly drawings and electrical schematics
• Experience working under a microscope including excellent hand-eye coordination Physical hand dexterity to perform all duties needed to complete the work (will require using small hand tools for prolonged periods)
• Experience with electronic circuits fundamentals, and RF measurement methods
• Experience using lab test equipment including vector network analyzers, RF signal generators, spectrum analyzers, power meters, digital multi-meters, and basic electronic tools
• Must be able to work overtime as needed

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Electronics 
• Previous experience working for aerospace or defense electronics company
• Ability to obtain or have an active DoD Secret Clearance highly preferred
• Familiarity with Following ESD procedures

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to: 

• Constantly move objects and use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue.
• Specific abilities required by the job include positioning oneself to lift or move objects weighing up to 40lbs
• Constant movement and use of limbs.
• Specific abilities required by this job include prolonged sitting, twisting and working under a microscope for long periods of time will be required.
• Occasional Standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, climbing, and gripping is required daily. Frequently observe, detect, discern, and convey information.
• Specific abilities required by this job include near, far and color vision acuity, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Requires good manual dexterity, coordination, and stamina.
• Ability to safely control surgical razor blades and small hand tools used to manipulate tuning stub under a microscope.
• Specific abilities required by this job include the frequent requirement of overtime work.

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Mercury Systems is a technology company that makes the world a safer, more secure place. We push processing power to the tactical edge, making the latest commercial technologies profoundly more accessible for today's most challenging aerospace and defense missions. From silicon to system scale, Mercury enables customers to accelerate innovation and turn data into decision superiority. Headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, Mercury employs more than 2,300 people in 24 locations worldwide. To learn more, visit mrcy.com

We are committed to making Mercury a great place to work, no matter where our employees are located. We offer a casual and enjoyable atmosphere that allows employees to learn and grow. We help and care for one another and work as one to achieve results for us and for our customers. We value communication and transparency, and strive to foster two-way dialogue at all levels of the organization. We are committed to lifelong learning, offering comprehensive skills training and tuition reimbursement. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or you are an experienced professional, it's important to us that you feel recognized and rewarded for your contributions.

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As an equal opportunity employer, Mercury Systems is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact the number below for assistance.

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