RF/MW Test Technician 3 (TEMP-REQ-2026-0181)

Kyocera has a temp-to-hire position for a RF/MW Test Technician 3 at our San Diego, CA facility.

Candidates selected for hire will be hired through one of Kyocera's approved staffing partners.

This position may lead to a direct hire offer with Kyocera International, Inc.

Pay is $31.00 - $37.00 per hour

With nearly 80,000 employees globally, Kyocera is a leading manufacturer of high-tech ceramics in various industries, including aerospace, automotive, medical applications, and semiconductor processing. Our innovative materials are found in everything from smartphones to space shuttles!

Exempt: No
Safety Sensitive: No

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION
Performs tests, tunes, and troubleshoots complex RF microwave and millimeter wave hybrid assemblies. Duties include setting up test stations, calibrations, collecting accurate data, documenting conditions (both expected and unexpected), reporting data to engineering and/or QA as requested. Testing may range from simple passive measurements to cascaded active device measurements. Test setups may include automation of instruments, running a myriad of states and populating a dataset. Some troubleshooting may be required.
Duties will also include presenting test results, including setup and graphs to co-workers, engineers, and managers. Simple programming or adjusting of programs and understanding drawings and schematics will be required.
Performs a variety of electronic or electro-mechanical assembly tasks in support of specific production units. Uses standard electronic assembly tools and materials. May perform modifications, rework, and quality testing. Collaborate with RF Engineering, Manufacturing and Quality Engineering to develop procedures and troubleshoot product to specifications.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Familiar with RF lab equipment such as digital multimeter, DC power supply, LCR meter, vector network analyzer, spectrum analyzer, signal generator, oscilloscope, signal analyzer, etc. Supports development activities within a group concentrating on advanced microwave and millimeter wave subsystems for applications including RF front ends, radar receivers, wideband tuners, and synthesized sources.
2. RF circuit alignment, circuit card testing and troubleshooting, subsystem product alignment and testing, collecting, and documenting test data and providing feedback to manufacturing engineers on production products.
3. Able to troubleshoot with PCB with DMM and other instruments.
4. Basic understanding or knowledge of antenna fundamentals (frequency bands, directivity, efficiency, patterns...), and anechoic chamber.
5. Basic understanding of RF system and transceiver, antenna measurement and electromagnetics conducted and over-the-air (OTA).
6. Carefully follow production documentation and processes, including keeping detailed records of testing, updating document revision and rework performed.
7. Actively participate in daily production meetings and regularly interface with manufacturing engineers.
8. Basic programming (Python), Proficiency Windows, MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) to create, review and execute test procedures and reports.
9. Organizes and monitors lab equipment, update lab procedures and scheduling workload to meet or exceed laboratory turnaround time.

Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily with minimum 2 years of relevant experience. Strong written and verbal communications skills including the ability to communicate effectively. Ability to perform multiple tasks, Organizational and time management skills. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES
Able to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted.


There are no harmful environmental conditions that are present for this position.
The noise level in the work environment is not indicated.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The above statements are intended to describe the work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. The duties and responsibilities of this position are subject to change and other duties may be assigned or removed at any time. This position may require exposure to information subject to US Export Control regulations, i.e.: the International Traffic and Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be US persons within the meaning of US regulations.

Kyocera International, Inc. values diversity in its workforce, and is proud to be an AAP/EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact Kyocera International, Inc. Human Resources team directly.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.