Senior Radio Frequency Technician III - Comtech

Title:                     Senior Test Technician Support, RF

Department:        Operations

Revision date:     8/13/24

FLSA Status:       Non-Exempt

Location:             Chandler, AZ

Level:                   S4         

Company Overview

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is a leading global technology company providing terrestrial and wireless network solutions, next-generation 9-1-1 emergency services, satellite and space communications technologies, and cloud-native capabilities to commercial and government customers around the world. Our unique culture of innovation and employee empowerment unleashes a relentless passion for customer success. With multiple facilities located in technology corridors throughout the United States and around the world, Comtech leverages our global presence, technology leadership, and decades of experience to create the world’s most innovative communications solutions. For more information, please visit www.comtech.com. 
 
 We’re seeking curious, growth-minded thinkers to help shape our vision, structures, and systems; playing a key role as we launch into our ambitious future. If you’re invigorated by our mission, values, and drive to change the world — we’d love to have you apply.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting down to the component level using schematics and discrete test equipment

• Perform manual testing using DMM, RF power meter, oscilloscope, frequency generators, spectrum analyzers, etc.
• Operate automated test stations and evaluate product performance
• Evaluate unit performance to established specifications
• Provide technical status of product performance, evaluate automated test results, troubleshooting test equipment and test stations
• Mechanical assembly- minor disassembly of product during troubleshooting process
• Work within established safety and quality standards
• Other duties may be assigned

Requirements

• Regular and predictable attendance required
• Basic math skill and computer skills to include MSWord and Excel 
• Willingness to work outside normal working hours 
• Operational Knowledge of Manufacturing/Workmanship Standards and their Understanding 
• Good Decision Making & Problem Solving, Teamwork and Communications skills 
• Must be able to read and comprehend schematic drawings, Engineering Change Orders (ECO), Test Procedures, and rework documents  
• Previous work experience with microstrip stub tuning, precision soldering and good knowledge of RF Microwave Technology.

 Qualifications 

• High school diploma or equivalent required 
• Associates Degree in Electronic, Technical School, Associated Military Equivalent, or previous work experience.
• Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Physical Demands: 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. 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 required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds or more.
 
Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.