RF Technologist

Job summary

The RF Technologist is responsible for prototype hardware development, including circuit assembly and testing, as well as the configuration and maintenance of RF test benches. They must also collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams and maintain detailed documentation of all prototype configurations and test results.

Job details

Nanowave Technologies Inc. is looking for a RF Technologist with strong hands-on laboratory RF prototype development, characterization and testing skills. Responsibilities: · Prototype hardware development: Assembly of electronic circuits using soldering; test of RF circuits and frequency sources; power supplies and computer control interfaces. · Testing and Measurement: Configuration of RF test benches, collection of laboratory measurements, first-article testing, design tuning, and production test. Use and calibration of standard RF test equipment: Spectrum Analyzer, Network Analyzer, Phase noise test set, Power meter, Oscilloscope. Maintenance of orderly laboratory environment. Management of laboratory equipment calibration. · Collaboration: Ability to work seamlessly with a group of diverse and highly skilled engineering and production colleagues including mechanical /software/monitor& control/EPC/ thermal/thin film/etc. Documentation: Maintain detailed documentation of prototype configurations and tests. Qualifications: Minimum: Completion of a two or three-year college program in electrical or electronics engineering technology, computer engineering technology, telecommunications technology or an equivalent. 5+ years industry experience in the role of RF or Microwave Technologist Preferred: Certification in electrical or electronics engineering technology or in a related field is available through provincial associations of engineering/applied science technologists and technicians. 10+ year’s industry experience in the role of RF or Microwave Technologist with experience specific to frequency synthesizers, phase locked loops and signal sources. Experience working within the Controlled Goods Program (CGP) environment is considered an asset. Must be able to obtain CGP registration. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada on an ongoing basis without employer sponsorship. Company Description: FOUNDED IN 1992, NANOWAVE TECHNOLOGIES INC. is vertically integrated designer and manufacturer of RF sensing and communications hardware. The Nanowave group has more than 6,000 communications and SAR payload assemblies in orbit and more than 30,000 RF avionics assemblies on commercial and defense aerospace platforms. Customers include many of the major space, aerospace, and defense OEMs in both the US and Europe. Nanowave is committed to transparent, fair, and equitable hiring practices in full compliance with Canadian federal and provincial requirements. AI Use: Nanowave does not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants. Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy. Canadian Experience: Nanowave does not require Canadian work experience. Benefits: We offer a competitive benefits package, including health coverage, retirement savings options, and paid time off. Final compensation and benefits will be discussed during the hiring process and will be commensurate based on individual circumstances and business needs.

What you’ll do

The RF Technologist is responsible for prototype hardware development, including circuit assembly and testing, as well as the configuration and maintenance of RF test benches. They must also collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams and maintain detailed documentation of all prototype configurations and test results.

Requirements

Candidates must have a minimum of a two or three-year college program in electrical, electronics, or computer engineering technology. A minimum of 5 years of industry experience in an RF or Microwave Technologist role is required.

Benefits

• Health coverage
• Retirement savings options
• Paid time off

Listed skills

• Development · Preferred
• Documentation · Preferred
• Configuration · Preferred
• maintenance · Preferred
• Teams · Preferred
• Control · Preferred
• Health · Preferred
• Production · Preferred
• Time · Preferred
• Collaboration · Preferred
• Compliance · Preferred
• management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• RF prototype development
• Electronic circuit assembly
• Soldering
• RF test bench configuration
• Spectrum analyzer
• Network analyzer
• Phase noise test set
• Power meter
• Oscilloscope
• Frequency sources
• Design tuning
• Production test
• Laboratory measurement
• Hardware development
• Calibration

Job areas

• Engineering
• Manufacturing
• Technology

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