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RF Production Test Technician

MILPOWER INC.
San Diego, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 11/23/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/21/2026

The Company

At Milpower, we design and manufacture RF high power amplifiers (HPAs) which are used by the US Navy and other military organizations for wireless communications in the HF/VHF/UHF frequency bands.

Key Qualifications

· Working knowledge of commercial test equipment such as spectrum analyzer, network analyzer, digital multimeter, oscilloscope, RF power meter, etc.

· Ability to work in a production environment where consistent on-site working hours and following ESD protocols is required.

· Ability to read and understand test procedures, schematics, data sheets, bill of materials, and quickly learn about special test equipment, test protocols, and debug procedures.

· Ability to troubleshoot problems to the circuit card and component level by using schematics, deductive reasoning, and test equipment.

· A good personality and attitude which allows you to work in productive collaboration with other team members, in all roles.

· Integrity and honesty.

Description

You will be initially perform production test on several different circuit cards. As part of this, you will follow procedures to operate many types of test equipment which may reside on a lab bench or a test rack. Later, you will use your experience and curiosity to troubleshoot problems to the component level, and then take appropriate actions to fix the problems. You will document failures and steps taken to fix the problems.

Education and Experience

Minimum Required: Electronics Trade School degree and at least 3 years’ experience in a relevant industry. Must be able to demonstrate reading comprehension, ability to follow test instructions and demonstrate troubleshooting skills during an on-site interview. Must be organized and pay attention to details.

Additional Beneficial Traits: Experience with High Power Amplifiers (HPAs), RF testing in HF/VHF/UHF bands, Digital and Power Supply testing, EMI/EMC testing, ESS testing (Temp, Vibe, Burn-In), Automated Test Equipment, and IPC soldering certified.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $33.00 - $42.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off

Experience:

  • RF and Digital test and debug: 3 years (Required)

Shift availability:

  • Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $33 - $42

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