Communications & Power Industries (CPI) · 8 hours ago
Radio Frequency (RF) Engineering Technician
Kilgore, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$22/hr - $25/hr
1+ years expCommunications & Power Industries (CPI) is a global manufacturer of electronic components and subsystems. They are seeking a Radio Frequency (RF) Engineering Technician to support RF engineering activities including design, testing, and troubleshooting of electro-mechanical systems and related equipment.
ElectronicsManufacturing
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Supports RF engineering activities such as design, test, check-out, modification, fabrication and assembly of prototype electro-mechanical systems, experiment design circuitry, laser/light transmission devices or specialized test equipment
Experience in RF system installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting
Knowledge of RF feed components and equipment
Familiarity with RF testing tools and equipment.Supports engineering activities such as design, test, check-out, modification, fabrication and assembly of prototype electro-mechanical systems, experiment design circuitry, laser/light transmission devices or specialized test equipment
May provide direction to other employees with similar duties
Performs a variety of equipment/process operations involving an application or technical skills in a specific area (electrical, software, manufacturing, optical, etc.)
Performs research and engineering laboratory functions that may include but not limited to:
Layout, building, testing, troubleshooting, repairing and modification or electronic or electro-mechanical devices, assemblies, subsystems, and systems
Constructs, troubleshoots, calibrates, adjusts, tests, diagnoses, and maintains equipment, components, devices, or systems
Construct, modify, debug, test and adjust a variety of tools and equipment given appropriate drawings, parts, and instructions
Implements basic practical solutions for process improvement
Conducts and documents experiments under guidance of senior technician
Constructs basis tooling and fixtures to accomplish unique tasks
Organizes data to identify cause/effect relationships and recommends resolution/process improvement
Perform routine/basic preventative maintenance tasks
Works from schematics, engineering drawings and written or verbal instructions
Operates related equipment; conducts tests and reports data in prescribed format
Performs calibration and alignment checks; makes adjustments, modifications, and replacements as directed
May require Solder Repair Certification
Qualification
Required
Experience in RF system installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting
Knowledge of RF feed components and equipment
Familiarity with RF testing tools and equipment
Ability to demonstrate soldering skills to pass J-std cert if required
Ability to fabricate simple hardware as required
General computer and test equipment knowledge
This position requires potential access to technology controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The successful candidate must be a 'U.S. Person' as defined under ITAR and EAR. In order to be a U.S. Person for ITAR and EAR purposes, you must (i) be a citizen or national of the United States; or (ii) be a lawful permanent resident of the United States; or (iii) a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)
Associate's degree in related discipline or equivalent is required plus a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience
Benefits
Health and wellness programs
Career development
Generous retirement savings plan with company match
Company
Communications & Power Industries (CPI)
Communications & Power Industries (CPI) is a world leader in large aperture antennas, components and systems, manufacturing advanced high-power and high-frequency technologies and systems that power critical government and commercial applications worldwide.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
TJC
2022-04-19Private Equity
Leadership Team
Andy Ivers
President & CEO
Laura Kowalchik
Chief Financial Officer
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