Job#: 3022657

Job Description:

Location: Linthicum, MD (On-site)

Clearance: Secret Clearance

Rate: $60 - $65 / Hour

We are seeking an RF Test and Power Engineer for a production test engineering role. The position involves acting as the technical escalation point for test failures, supporting test technicians, and ensuring test systems remain operational. This is a hands-on role focused on diagnosing hardware issues in a post-production lab environment after design and integration are complete. The engineer will identify why a test has failed, document findings, and route the hardware to the appropriate repair team.

• Provide technical support to test technicians to diagnose and resolve issues with the test process.
• Ensure test sets remain online and operational, assisting operators with troubleshooting.
• Analyze failing hardware, such as circuit boards and components, to determine the root cause of failure.
• Utilize test equipment like oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and signal generators to diagnose issues at the board level.
• Document findings by creating Quality Notices (QNs) and logging issues into internal systems.
• Collaborate with manufacturing management, production engineers, design engineers, and program teams.
• Monitor product yields and contribute to initiatives to maintain and improve performance.

Education: A bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related STEM field is required.

Experience: A minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience is required. Candidates with a master's degree and 3 years of experience will also be considered.

Technical Skills:

• Demonstrated experience with high-power and high-voltage testing (e.g., ~240V, 30-40 amps).
• Practical, hands-on understanding of power flow, load behavior, and safety protocols.
• Experience with power components including transistors, capacitors, and circuitry.
• Proficiency in using test equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and power meters.
• Ability to read and interpret specifications, schematics, and block diagrams.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot power systems and components.
• U.S. citizenship is required for this position.

• Candidates with a DOD Secret Clearance are highly preferred for this position
• An advanced degree in Engineering with a focus on power systems.
• Experience troubleshooting complex circuitry at the component or system level.
• Familiarity with programming languages such as LabWindows CVI or C/C++.
• Experience with Test Stand programming.
• Knowledge of digital, analog, and RF test equipment and theory.
• Experience with PXI/PXIe and VME bus architecture.

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

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