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Electrical and RF Test Technician

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Hybrid
Fort Walton Beach, FL
47K-75K Annually
Junior
Hybrid
Fort Walton Beach, FL
47K-75K Annually
Junior
Tests and evaluates complex electronic, analog, digital, servo, encoder, and RF systems. Uses spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, RF power meters, and automated test equipment to validate performance, troubleshoot component-level failures, recommend rework, and ensure specification compliance. Produces test and failure reports, executes engineering test plans, and collaborates with engineers to improve testing processes. Requires advanced electronic troubleshooting, schematic interpretation, and the ability to lift up to 45 pounds.
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Job Description
Join the Integrated Sensing and Flight Solutions team as a Test Technician III. In this technical role, you will serve as the primary technician in the operational testing and evaluation of complex electronic subassemblies, assemblies, and integrated systems. You will leverage your expertise in electronic, mechanical, and RF disciplines to ensure the highest quality of deliverables for critical defense programs. You will be responsible for diagnosing complex failures, optimizing test processes, and executing technical plans developed by engineers.
Key Responsibilities
  • Advanced Testing: Test sophisticated electronic circuits and systems, including digital/analog circuitry, encoders, servo, and RF systems.
  • Technical Analysis: Utilize a comprehensive suite of test equipment-including spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, and RF power meters-to analyze electrical circuits and validate performance.
  • Diagnostic Leadership: Perform expert-level troubleshooting to diagnose deficiencies down to the component level. Recommend rework strategies to ensure product success.
  • Quality Assurance: Validate deliverable products against specifications and data sheets, ensuring 100% compliance with program requirements.
  • Documentation & Reporting: Author detailed product test data and failure/acceptance reports, providing actionable insights into system performance.
  • Engineering Collaboration: Partner with engineers to execute complex test plans and refine test processes across a wide array of products throughout various stages of its lifecycle.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Education/Experience: High School Diploma with 2+ years of advanced electronic troubleshooting experience, or a Trade School Certification/Associate Degree.
  • Technical Proficiency: Thorough understanding of electrical schematics, change orders, and complex test procedures.
  • Troubleshooting Expertise: Confidently troubleshoot, align, and/or adjust discrete components within electronic circuitry using schematics and other controlled drawings.
  • Physical/Legal: Ability to lift up to 45lbs; US Citizenship is required to be eligible for a Secret level security clearance.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Experience in RF, analog, and digital manual troubleshooting.
  • Experience in a manufacturing/engineering environment utilizing both manual and automated test equipment (ATE).
  • Familiar with LabVIEW, TestStand, or similar automated test software frameworks.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $46898 - $75035
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
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.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
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.

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