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About the Role

Support the building, maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of automated test handlers, fixtures, and supporting equipment for RF and Microwave component production. This role is responsible for executing hands-on tasks including assembly, debug, and preventative maintenance to ensure high equipment uptime, test reliability, and production efficiency.

Responsibilities

Assemble test fixtures including mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic components per engineering drawings and documentation.
Perform wire harness assembly, cable routing, and electrical box builds to support automation systems.
Execute hand soldering of RF components, connectors, and fine-pitch electrical connections.
Operate and maintain 3D printers to fabricate fixture components and prototypes, including post-processing and dimensional verification.
Troubleshoot and repair test fixture issues including RF/DC contact, grounding, continuity, and mechanical alignment problems.
Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and automation system issues.
Perform machine setup, tuning, and adjustment including sensors, vision systems, and pneumatic actuation parameters.
Execute preventative and corrective maintenance on automated systems and fixtures, including documentation and spare parts support.
Support engineers with root cause analysis and corrective actions for recurring issues.
Perform light machine shop operations including drilling, tapping, deburring, and basic fabrication using standard shop equipment.
Fabricate and modify fixture components, brackets, mounts, and tooling to support production and engineering needs.
Use precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers) to verify part dimensions and fit.
Support fixture changeovers, rapid prototyping, and iterative design improvements in collaboration with engineers.
Identify and recommend improvements to fixture design, serviceability, and overall system reliability.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment in the automation and shop areas.
Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment.
Abide by Company’s Code of Conduct.

Requirements

Technical degree, certification, or equivalent hands-on experience in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or related field.
2–5 years of relevant technician experience in manufacturing, automation, or test environments preferred.
Experience with electro-mechanical assembly, integration, and troubleshooting.
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams, and electrical schematics.
Proficiency in hand soldering, including through-hole and fine-pitch components.
Familiarity with basic pneumatic systems (cylinders, regulators, tubing, flow control).
Experience using standard lab and shop tools (multimeter, power supplies, crimp tools, hand tools).
Experience supporting automated or robotic systems in a manufacturing environment.
Familiarity with vision systems (e.g., Keyence, Cognex) and basic tuning/adjustments.
Exposure to RF test fixtures or high-frequency component handling preferred.
Experience with 3D printing technologies (FDM/SLA) and basic CAD file usage.
Experience with basic machine shop operations (drilling, tapping, cutting, deburring, light milling/lathe work preferred).
Ability to use precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, height gauges) for part verification.
Familiarity with preventative maintenance systems and documentation practices.
Strong hands-on troubleshooting and problem-solving ability.
High attention to detail and quality workmanship.
Ability to follow procedures while adapting to changing engineering and production needs.
Strong communication skills with engineers and cross-functional teams.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
Employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
Employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to operate a computer keyboard.
Employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms.
Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.
Occasional travel, some overnight, as required.

Skills

Mechanical Assembly
Electrical Assembly
Pneumatic Systems
Wire Harness Assembly
Cable Routing
Electrical Box Builds
Hand Soldering
3D Printing Operation
3D Printing Post-Processing
Dimensional Verification
RF/DC Contact Troubleshooting
Grounding Troubleshooting
Continuity Troubleshooting
Mechanical Alignment Troubleshooting
Machine Setup
Machine Tuning
Sensor Adjustment
Vision System Adjustment
Pneumatic Actuation Parameter Adjustment
Preventative Maintenance
Corrective Maintenance
Root Cause Analysis
Machine Shop Operations
Drilling
Tapping
Deburring
Basic Fabrication
Precision Measurement Tool Usage
Fixture Changeover Support
Rapid Prototyping
Iterative Design Improvement
Safety Compliance
Troubleshooting
Problem-Solving
Attention to Detail
Quality Workmanship
Procedure Adherence
Adaptability
Communication Skills
Task Management
Prioritization

Location

Remote
Onsite

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

2-5 years

Education Level

Technical degree
Certification
Equivalent hands-on experience

Salary/Compensations

$34.00 - $38.00 per hour

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, 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.