MAURY MICROWAVE JOB DESCRIPTION
Date: May 2026
Job Title: RF Test Technician
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Department: DC Assembly & Test
Reports to (Title): Lead Manufacturing Engineer
Brief Summary of Position:
Perform RF testing and calibration of instruments, sub-assemblies, RF assemblies, and complete hardware systems. Possess a well-rounded set of mechanical, electrical, and troubleshooting skills. The person hired for this position will work on industry-leading low-phase noise synthesis, analysis, power detection, and satellite link emulation products.
Essential Functions of the Position:
- Use complex tools such as spectrum analyzers, signal generators, vector-network analyzers, current probes, voltmeters, and precision inspection equipment to test and troubleshoot RF-based equipment in the frequency range of DC to 40GHz.
- Use engineering and manufacturing instructions to test assembled electronic units. Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.
- Interpret data by applying a basic understanding of DC and RF: voltage, current, power, insertion loss, return loss, linearity, phase noise, noise figure, and spectral analysis.
- Determine acceptable versus faulty performance. Repair and adjust as required using standard troubleshooting techniques.
- Repair or replace defective or improperly functioning circuitry and electronics components using hand tools and soldering iron.
- Maintain system logs to document testing and equipment operation.
- Record and analyze data results from standard test routine formats.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet established deadlines. Requires good planning, organization, and time management skills.
- Diligent in following ESD protocols.
- Maintain a clean, safe work area compliant with ISO procedures, policies, and regulations.
- Ask questions when instructions are not understood or are unclear.
Requirements (education, prior work experience, special skills, etc.)
- High school diploma or equivalent and 5+ years of formal electronic and mechanical assembly experience.
- Ability to read and interpret electronic and mechanical diagrams.
- Familiarity with cavity filters and frequency converters is a plus.
- Simple programming skills is a plus.
- Strong assembly and RF test skills.
- Ability to use basic hand tools and soldering iron.
- Excellent communication skills; good analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Works well as part of a small team with high output.
- Computer proficiency using various software programs (Microsoft Office, Factory test software)
- Knowledge of Excel formulas
Benefits
We offer the following benefits to full-time employees who have met all eligibility requirements:
- Group medical, dental, and vision plans, group life/AD&D, and long-term disability insurance.
- Group 401(k) plan with company matching contributions.
- Paid time off and company-paid holidays.
Physical Demands/Sensory Function: Frequency of Use:
Stand Frequently
Walk Frequently
Sit Regularly
Use hands Regularly
Reach with hands and arms Regularly
Climb or balance Occasionally
Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl Occasionally