Test Technician

Job Title: Test Technician

Job Description

We are seeking an RF or Digital Technician to support the assembly, integration, testing, and troubleshooting of advanced software-defined radio (SDR) systems and RF subsystems spanning low frequency through 50 GHz. This role requires hands-on technical expertise in RF/microwave hardware, proficiency with advanced test methodologies, and the ability to collaborate closely with engineering to resolve complex performance issues and support new product introduction (NPI).

Responsibilities

• Perform component-level and board-level integration, testing, and troubleshooting of SDR platforms and RF subsystems.
• Conduct advanced RF/Digital measurements (gain, noise figure, linearity, phase noise, spurious emissions, etc.) across the operating spectrum up to 50 GHz.
• Operate, program, and maintain complex RF/microwave test equipment including VNAs, spectrum analyzers, phase noise analyzers, power meters, oscilloscopes, and signal generators.
• Support engineering root-cause analysis and corrective action for product nonconformance, identifying circuit-level and system-level issues.
• Collaborate with design and systems engineers during prototype builds, verification testing, and design validation, providing real-time feedback on performance issues and manufacturability.
• Ensure test data integrity, documentation, and traceability in compliance with AS9100/ISO9001 quality management standards.
• Work cross-functionally with engineering, quality, and program management teams to drive continuous improvement in test methodologies, assembly practices, and product performance.

Essential Skills

• Experience in hands-on Digital/RF PCB test and troubleshooting at the component level.
• Knowledge of RF/microwave hardware issues at the board, module, and system level.
• Familiarity with advanced RF instrumentation (VNA calibration and de-embedding, time-domain gating, noise figure analyzers, etc.).
• Ability to read and interpret Digital or RF schematics, system block diagrams, and test specifications.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Direct experience with software-defined radio architectures and RF/digital signal interaction.
• Hands-on experience with automated test systems and scripting (Python, LabVIEW, MATLAB, or similar).

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Germantown, MD.

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Germantown,MD.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 16, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $35 - $40