Radio Frequency Tuner Technician

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RF Tuner Technician

SUMMARY

Performs the tuning of RF/Microwave Filters using Network Analyzers, VNA’s, and Spectrum Analyzers in a production environment. Works under limited supervision

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs production level tuning of RF and Microwave frequency filters including multiplexers, high pass, low pass, band pass, and notch filters.
• Familiar with filter topologies (i.e. chebychev, Bessel)
• Capable of tuning high-frequency RF circuits using small hand tools and equipment. Experienced with components (capacitors, coils, substrates), and attachment media (solders and epoxies).
• Familiar with the use of common RF laboratory equipment including Vector Network Analyzers, Spectrum Analyzers, and Oscilloscopes. Experience in High Power RF or probe station testing is a definite plus.
• Reads and interprets blueprints, schematics, parts lists, travelers, work instructions and process procedures to determine sequence of operations and proper test techniques.
• Able to tune, troubleshoot and rework as required.
• May interact with the engineering and production control functions.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 2 to 5 years of related experience in the microwave/ amplifier/ radar industry.
• Experienced with tuning filters using Vector Network Analyzers is .
• Technical School or equivalent , but not required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

To successfully perform this job, an individual must be capable of performing each of the essential duties with or without accommodations. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience: Basic: High School or equivalent. : Two year degree or certificate from a college or technical school or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to apply concepts of basic mathematics.

Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Effective communication, both verbally and in writing.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or in diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have general computer competency.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by and 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 frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, use hands to “finger”, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing 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 occasionally exposed to mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock. The Company provides appropriate PPE. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

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