PGS Worldwide is seeking an RF Electronics Technician in Buffalo, NY for a one-year onsite contract-to-hire role supporting a leading aerospace & defense company.
The RF Electronics Technician will test, troubleshoot, tune, and document RF products, digital circuit cards, electronic assemblies, and integrated test systems supporting advanced simulation technology. This hands-on role requires electronics knowledge, the ability to interpret technical drawings and procedures, and the precision to work on small microelectronic assemblies under a microscope.
Required Skills
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• Electronics knowledge gained through schooling, military service, or professional experience.
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow technical procedures and drawings.
• Ability to test and troubleshoot electronic products and assemblies.
• Ability to analyze equipment operating characteristics and isolate malfunctions.
• Ability to accurately document testing, troubleshooting, and production activities.
• Ability to perform detailed work under a microscope.
• Strong manual dexterity and precision.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to follow safety, ESD, FOD, and cleanliness requirements.
• Ability to successfully complete required in-house workmanship training.
• Ability to work 2nd shift onsite in Buffalo, NY.
Preferred Skills
• Experience testing and troubleshooting RF microelectronics, amplifiers, switches, mixers, or related RF products.
• Experience troubleshooting digital circuit cards.
• Experience using schematics, wiring diagrams, wire lists, source-control drawings, or test procedures.
• Experience performing RF tuning under a microscope.
• Experience operating, maintaining, or calibrating electronic test equipment.
• Soldering and electronic assembly experience.
• Experience collaborating with engineering teams.
• Knowledge of defense electronics or Electronic Warfare systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in a performance-based, metrics-driven environment.
• Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook experience.
What You’ll Do
• Test and troubleshoot RF products and digital circuit cards.
• Diagnose nonconformances using drawings, procedures, and test equipment.
• Perform RF tuning on microelectronic assemblies under a microscope.
• Isolate malfunctions in products and integrated test systems.
• Maintain or calibrate test equipment.
• Interpret test findings and recommend corrective actions.
• Record test results and production data in applicable systems and records.
• Perform electronic and mechanical production assembly tasks.
• Assist engineers and supervisors with test-procedure development or modification.
• Maintain a safe, ESD-controlled, FOD-compliant work area.
Work Schedule / Shift
• 2nd shift, 4:00 PM–12:30 AM.
• Includes an unpaid 30-minute lunch.
• 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off.
• Schedule may change based on business needs.
• No relocation assistance.
Pay
• Up to $28.00 per hour
Job ID: 1681
Military veterans and transitioning military members are encouraged to apply to all PGS Worldwide positions. All of our jobs are military-friendly, and we work with leaders in Aerospace who rely on your military expertise to support mission-critical programs nationwide. As a Veteran Founded company, we know that the military has given you the skills and training you need to succeed in positions like this, and we want to support your success in the civilian sector however we can. We thank you for your service and humbly offer our own in return by helping you take your career to the next level.