RF Test Technician

Job Title: Intermediate Test Technician
Location: Mercury Systems – Phoenix, AZ
Department: Test / Operations
Reports To: Test Lead or Test Supervisor
Job Level: Intermediate / Skilled Technician

Summary:
The Intermediate Test Technician performs moderately complex electrical, mechanical, and functional testing on Mercury’s aerospace‑grade and defense‑grade electronic assemblies. This role supports production by executing detailed test procedures, performing troubleshooting on failures, and ensuring compliance with Mercury’s quality, safety, and security standards.

• Key Responsibilities:
  Perform functional, environmental, RF, digital/analog, or system‑level tests (depending on product line) using manual and automated test equipment.
  • Set up test stations, fixtures, instrumentation, and software according to established procedures.
  • Read and interpret test documentation, schematics, wiring diagrams, traveler packets, and engineering instructions.
  • Collect, verify, and accurately record test data in MES/ERP systems, ensuring traceability and compliance with AS9100 and internal standards.
  • Perform basic to intermediate troubleshooting to isolate failure modes (cables, components, assemblies, configuration), Component level trouble shooting.
  • Execute re‑tests, validation checks, and limited rework as permitted under Mercury procedures.
• Trouble shooting/repair of the test stations as needed
  • Escalate complex failures or recurring issues to Senior Technicians, Test Engineering, or Quality.
  • Support product acceptance requirements, configuration verification, and release-to-production tasks.
  • Follow ESD, safety, quality, and security controls, including ITAR handling requirements.
  • Assist in reviewing and improving test procedures, workflows, and documentation.
  • Provide informal guidance or hands-on assistance to Associate-level technicians as needed.
  • Participate in 5S, Lean, and continuous improvement activities within the test area.
  • Maintain test equipment functionality and report calibration or maintenance issues.

Qualifications:
• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in fields such as Electronics Technology, Automated Industrial Technology (AIT), or related engineering technology fields. 

• Typically 5+ years of experience in electronics, RF, mechanical, or system‑level testing.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical documents such as schematics, wiring diagrams, work instructions, and test procedures.
  • Working knowledge of test equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, power supplies, function generators, or automated test systems.
  • Good understanding of ESD controls and electronics handling.
  • Strong documentation accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
  • Must be eligible to work with ITAR‑controlled products.

Preferred Skills (Optional):
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or rugged electronics manufacturing.
• Familiarity with ERP/MES systems (e.g., Oracle, FactoryLogix, or Mercury equivalents).
• Understanding of root cause analysis tools and data capture.
• Experience with environmental, thermal, or vibration test chambers (if applicable).
• Background supporting NPI or engineering test builds.

Mercury Systems is a technology company that makes the world a safer, more secure place. We push processing power to the tactical edge, making the latest commercial technologies profoundly more accessible for today's most challenging aerospace and defense missions. From silicon to system scale, Mercury enables customers to accelerate innovation and turn data into decision superiority. Headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, Mercury employs more than 2,300 people in 24 locations worldwide. To learn more, visit mrcy.com

Our Culture

We are committed to making Mercury a great place to work, no matter where our employees are located. We offer a casual and enjoyable atmosphere that allows employees to learn and grow. We help and care for one another and work as one to achieve results for us and for our customers. We value communication and transparency, and strive to foster two-way dialogue at all levels of the organization. We are committed to lifelong learning, offering comprehensive skills training and tuition reimbursement. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or you are an experienced professional, it's important to us that you feel recognized and rewarded for your contributions.

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Mercury Systems is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, creed, citizenship, disability, protected veteran or marital status.

As an equal opportunity employer, Mercury Systems is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact the number below for assistance.

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