RF Technician

RF / Microwave Technician - Contractor

Location: Stevenage
Contract: 3 months initially with permanancy offered depending on performance
Working Pattern: Fully onsite
Hours: 39 hours per week
IR35 Status: Outside IR35
Rate: £25-£40 per hour, depending on experience

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced RF / Microwave Technician to provide immediate contractor support to an engineering team in Stevenage.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct RF and microwave testing
Perform filter testing and characterisation using appropriate RF/microwave test equipment.
Work with and interpret VNA (Vector Network Analyser) measurements and results.
Apply knowledge of switching speeds and associated RF/electronic test requirements.
Set up, execute and document test activities in accordance with engineering requirements.
Identify, investigate and resolve test issues and anomalies.
Work from engineering documentation, schematics, drawings and Bills of Materials (BOMs).
Maintain accurate test records and technical documentation.
Work closely with engineering and manufacturing teams to support ongoing programme requirements.
Undertake high-grade soldering and rework activities where required.

Essential Experience

Experience with VNAs
Practical experience of filter testing
Familiarity with switching speed and related electronic/RF test considerations.
Practical laboratory/test engineering experience within an electronics, RF, microwave or high-reliability environment.
Valid soldering certification.
Experience working with BOMs and engineering documentation.
Good Microsoft Office capability, particularly Excel and related tools.
Able to work independently in a fully onsite engineering environment