Engineering Test Technician I

Mini-Circuits

Job Location:

Hialeah, FL - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 60000 - 70000

Posted on: 8 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Mini-Circuits designs manufactures and distributes integrated circuits modules and sub-systems for high performance radio frequency (RF) and microwave 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 20000 customers globally through our direct sales force applications engineering staff sales representatives as well as through our extensive website.

Position Summary:

The Engineering Test Technician I supports the Test Engineers with the setup alignment and testing from RF to mmW products. They are responsible for using standard RF MW and mmW tuning methods to work on components and assemblies including core and wire LTCC MMIC and integrated microwave assemblies and microstrip based passive and active components.

Salary Range: $60000- $70000 per year

Job Functions:

Align and test RF through mmW amplifiers mixers multipliers switches filters couplers attenuators phase shifters limiters and other related components using the latest PNA-X vector network analyzers.
Operate calibrate and maintain all test equipment including PNA-X vector network analyzers and other associated equipment.
Maintain high quality and production yields.
Prepare test reports and data summaries.
Test tune and troubleshoot integrated assemblies when required.
Develop test tuning and calibration procedures for E-Run projects; review with supervisor and assist with transition to production.
Collaborate with production test teams including cross-functional training as required.
Assist in generating tuning patterns component value changes and other design related improvements that improve manufacturability.
Support calibration schedules for bench equipment.
Supportpower handling tests of RF and electronic components ensuring accurate measurements and reporting.
Performfixture calibration and verification to maintain test accuracy and reliability.
Conductpreventive and corrective maintenance on test equipment fixtures and lab tools.
Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
Support engineering team in ISO audits and Management Reviews and participate in internal and external audits.

The duties responsibilities and expectations described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the member within the scope of the position.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma GED or international equivalent.
3 years or more of experience in mmW Product Design/Test or related field.
Experience in microwave and millimeter-wave hardware test and measurement up to 40 GHz; ability to validate results against theory and expectations.
Advanced experience using PNA-X vector network analyzers.
Hands-on ability to assemble tune test and troubleshoot hardware in a laboratory environment.
Basic understanding of surface mount and microelectronic chip-and-wire manufacturing processes including soldering wedge bonding silver epoxy application and material properties (e.g. thermal conductivity expansion coefficients) plating substrates and PCB manufacturing techniques.
Practical knowledge of testing and measuring MMIC LTCC and ferrite core and wire products including couplers dividers baluns transformers mixers and amplifiers.
Ability to read and interpret schematic diagrams and assembly drawings.
Basic scheduling and project management skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects in a high-volume deadline-driven environment with changing priorities.
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel PowerPoint Word).
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

PhysicalDemands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand walk sit and use hands to operate a computer keyboard. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Cultural Focus:

Displays enthusiasm andPassionfor their work.
Works to the standard ofUncompromising Qualityby meeting or exceeding stated objectives and embracing continuous improvement.
Exercises soundBusiness Judgement ensuring that efforts are on track with the Companys goals.
Operates with the mindset ofCustomer Obsession by meeting or exceeding expectations to both internal and external customers.
TakesAccountabilityby taking ownership and accepting responsibility for their conduct and contributions.
Demonstrates a strong sense of urgency and accomplishes tasks withSpeedand attention to detail.
Cooperates collaborates and contributes to shared goals with a strong sense ofTeamwork.
Conducts themselves withHonesty & Integrityand treats all members withTrust & Respect.

Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

Comprehensive Medica Dental and Vision Plans
401k and Profit -Sharing Programs
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Employer-Sponsored Wellness Plans
Commuter Benefits
Hospital & Accident Indemnity Insurance
Employee Benefit Advocate &Employee Assistance Program

Additional Requirements/Skills:

Comply understand and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment.
Ability and willingness to abide by Companys Code of Conduct.
May require some travel overnight as necessary.

Disclaimer:

The listed qualifications and requirements for each position are intended as guidelines. Mini-Circuits reserves the right to hire outside of these guidelines at Managements discretion. 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.

Required Experience:

DescriptionMini-Circuits designs manufactures and distributes integrated circuits modules and sub-systems for high performance radio frequency (RF) and microwave design sales and manufacturing locations in over 30 countries Mini-Circuits products are used in a range of wired and wireless communicat...