Job Description
Job Overview:
Job Description
See what you’re missing. Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics – from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we’re innovating for the future. And you can, too. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first – exemplified by our mission: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®.” Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems. Electronic Combat Solutions (ECS) has technology, engineering and program teams that educate and mentor colleagues to deliver leading Electronic Warfare capabilities. We welcome all those who have big ideas, crave innovation, want to drive fielding velocity, and have the passion to bring the warfighter home safely.
Position Summary
The First Shift Test Technician is responsible for the functional testing, verification, and debugging of Radio Frequency (RF) modules. This role ensures that all hardware meets stringent performance specifications and quality standards before delivery. The technician will operate complex test equipment, execute detailed test procedures, and perform root-cause analysis on failing components to support the production cycle.
Key Responsibilities
RF Module Testing: Execute comprehensive functional tests on RF modules, including gain, noise figure, P1dB, and phase/amplitude stability, ensuring adherence to technical specifications.
Debugging & Troubleshooting: Analyze test failures to identify root causes. Perform component-level debugging and isolation to determine if failures are due to design flaws, manufacturing defects, or test setup errors.
Equipment Operation: Set up and calibrate specialized RF test equipment, including Spectrum Analyzers, Network Analyzers (VNA), Signal Generators, and Power Meters.
Documentation: Accurately record test data, maintain detailed logs of failures, and document corrective actions taken during the debugging process.
Collaboration: Work closely with RF Design Engineers and Production teams to refine test procedures and provide feedback on design-for-testability (DFT) improvements.
Quality Assurance: Ensure all testing is performed in compliance with AS9100 or relevant industry quality standards and internal BAE Systems protocols.
Physical Requirements
Ability to handle small, fragile electronic components and use precision hand tools.
Ability to remain focused during repetitive testing cycles while maintaining high attention to detail.
About BAE Systems Electronic Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve.This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Required Skills and Education
Required Qualifications
Technical Expertise: Proven experience in RF/Microwave testing and a strong understanding of RF fundamentals (S-parameters, impedance matching, signal flow).
Tool Proficiency: Hands-on experience with VNAs and Spectrum Analyzers.
Analytical Skills: Ability to read schematics and technical drawings to perform board-level troubleshooting.
Preferred Skills and Education
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with automated test equipment (ATE) and basic scripting (e.g., Python, LabVIEW).
Familiarity with soldering and rework of small surface-mount (SMD) components.
Prior experience in a defense or aerospace manufacturing environment.
