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About the Role

Perform electrical testing of RF components, develop and maintain test methods and specifications, prepare technical reports, troubleshoot RF measurement systems, and provide technical leadership and guidance to test engineers to ensure accurate and efficient testing operations.

Responsibilities

Perform electrical testing of RF components in accordance with production requirements, catalog specifications, and customer specifications using advanced RF test equipment.
Troubleshoot simple and complex RF measurement setups and resolve testing issues.
Develop and initiate setups for complex RF measurements and new test systems.
Record, analyze, and verify the accuracy of test data and measurement results.
Identify mechanical and electrical defects through inspection and failure analysis of test samples.
Prepare detailed written test reports summarizing procedures, data, analysis, and conclusions.
Develop new RF test methods, procedures, and setup block diagrams.
Train and mentor new and existing personnel on RF test setups, equipment operation, and best practices.
Track and maintain project status and work progress using department project lists and reporting systems.
Assist in coordinating and overseeing completion of assigned test jobs and departmental activities.
Collaborate with software programmers and automation engineers by providing technical input for development of new automated test programs and integration of new test equipment.
Work with subsidiary and affiliated companies to resolve testing and technical issues.
Develop and maintain production test specifications and related documentation.
Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, quality standards, and safety requirements.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned by management.
Access engineering data, technical documentation, and testing records within the AS400 network and related systems as authorized by management.
Request component samples and materials from production and inventory departments as required for testing.
Access and maintain network files necessary for testing activities.
Identify potential technical, operational, or quality issues and notify management as appropriate.
Review and approve test specifications and ECOs in Arena.
Provide technical leadership and departmental supervision in the absence of the department manager.
Delegate workload and provide guidance to test engineers and technicians as required.
Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment.
Abide by Company’s Code of Conduct.
Drive for extended periods of time.
Travel occasionally, some overnight, as required.

Requirements

Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
Hands-on experience in RF and microwave component testing.
Strong understanding of RF measurement principles, transmission lines, S-parameters, impedance matching, and RF test methodologies.
Strong troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, specifications, and technical documentation.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Ability to prepare technical reports and documentation accurately and clearly.
Effective organizational and project tracking skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to train and mentor technical personnel.
Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods during testing and troubleshooting activities.
Ability to lift and move test equipment or materials up to 25 pounds.
Manual dexterity to assemble and connect RF test setups and components.
Ability to work in a laboratory and manufacturing environment.
Familiarity with ERP systems and engineering database systems such as AS400.
Experience working in a manufacturing or production test environment.
Knowledge of statistical process control (SPC) and quality assurance methodologies.
Experience supporting high-frequency or microwave component testing.
Prior leadership or supervisory experience in an engineering test environment.
Regularly required to talk and hear.
Frequently required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to operate a computer keyboard.
Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms.
Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Skills

RF components testing
RF measurement systems
Network analyzers
Spectrum analyzers
Noise figure analyzers
Vector Network Analyzers (VNA)
Signal Generators
Power Meters
Oscilloscopes
Automated test systems
Test software development
RF test automation software
Programming interfaces
LabVIEW
Python
Statistical process control (SPC)
Quality assurance methodologies

Location

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Minimum 3 years of related RF test experience (with Master's degree)
Minimum 5 years of related RF test experience (with Bachelor's degree)

Education Level

Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Electrical Engineering
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Electrical Engineering

Salary/Compensations

$120,000-140,000

About the Company

Mini-Circuits designs, manufactures and distributes integrated circuits, modules, and sub-systems for high-performance radio frequency (RF) and microwave applications.
With design, sales, and manufacturing locations in over 30 countries, Mini-Circuits’ products are used in a range of wired and wireless communications applications.
Our products are also used in detection, measurement, and imaging applications, including military communication, guidance, and electronic countermeasure systems, commercial, scientific, military land, sea, and aircraft; automotive systems, medical systems, and industrial test equipment.
Mini-Circuits sells its products to over 20,000 customers globally through our direct sales force, applications engineering staff, and sales representatives, as well as through our extensive website.

Equal Opportunity

Mini-Circuits is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, gender identity, gender dysphoria, pregnancy-related condition, and domestic violence victim status or protected class characteristic, or any other protected characteristic as established by federal or state law.