Manufacturing Technician

Position: RF Technician Location: Stevenage, Hertfordshire Salary: £26,000 - £45,000 DOE Benefits:

• Company bonus of up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
• Pension of maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Paid overtime
• 25 days annual leave (plus holiday purchase)
• Up to 15 additional days flexi leave
• Our enhanced parental leave offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments.
• Fantastic site facilities, including subsidised meals, free car parking and gym on site at Stevenage
• Excellent career progression and development opportunities

The opportunity: Join a dynamic RF Design Team and immerse yourself in the testing and development of cutting-edge projects within the defence industry. We're seeking an RF Laboratory Technician to provide crucial day-to-day support to our RF Designers. Your responsibilities will include testing, component-level assembly, and rework, primarily on development or prototype boards. The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience working with RF circuits and components across a broad frequency range, including high GHz. You should also possess proven practical skills in fault finding, rework, soldering, and the use of general laboratory equipment. Above all, teamwork is valued, so we're looking for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and is eager to contribute to our high-performing and inclusive team. For the right candidate, training and guidance will be provided to further develop your skills and expertise. What we’re looking for: Proficient in RF circuits and components spanning a broad frequency range. Possesses practical skills in soldering, fault finding, and RF component-level assembly. Experienced in using RF laboratory test equipment such as Spectrum Analysers, VNA's, and Power Meters. Capable of performing automated testing using tools like LabView and VEE. Self-starter with strong organisational skills, motivation, and initiative. Due to the nature of the business, this particular vacancy requires the applicant as a minimum to be a British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship and capable of achieving the clearance levels mentioned above.