RF Technician
About the role
Overview
Duotech Services, LLC is seeking a full-time RF Technician in Franklin, NC to repair, troubleshoot, test, and characterize RF systems used in military applications (including RADAR and IFF). The role requires hands-on RF measurement expertise, component-level troubleshooting capability, and strong documentation/record-keeping practices.
Responsibilities
- Repair, troubleshoot, and characterize RF systems for military platforms (e.g., RADAR, IFF).
- Perform RF measurements (linear/non-linear, small-signal/large-signal) and system validation using standard RF test equipment.
- Use test equipment and testing techniques to validate component and system operation.
- Tune, assemble, rework, and support RF hardware (assembly/rework as needed).
- Support/perform environmental and reliability-related testing (e.g., ESD, lifetime testing, etc.).
- Interpret schematics, diagrams, wire lists, waveforms, and diagnostic results to determine system function and faults.
- Troubleshoot to the component level, including situations with limited documentation (may work without schematics, materials lists, or OEM documentation).
- Document findings, maintain accurate records, and preserve troubleshooting/repair data for future reference.
- Work independently with minimal supervision/mentoring as required.
- Troubleshoot and repair RF systems that may include both digital and analog circuits.
Qualifications
Minimum Experience:
Citizenship: Must be a US citizen Clearance: Ability to Obtain and Maintain a Secret ClearanceEducation: High School DiplomaYears of Experience: At least 10 years of experience working with RF Systems
• Experience with RF measurements using equipment such as: VNA (Vector Network Analyzer), power meter, spectrum analyzer, and RF source.• Strong RF systems background with ability to troubleshoot at the component level.• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.• Ability to interpret schematics/diagrams and analyze waveforms/diagnostic results.• Ability to work alone / with minimal supervision.• Strong record-keeping and documentation habits.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Familiarity with 2-way radios.• Familiarity with ECM (Electronic Countermeasure) jammers.• Familiarity with RADAR and IFF systems.• Knowledge of both digital and analog circuits (as applied to RF system troubleshooting/repair).
Additional InformationLocation: Franklin, NCOn-site/Hybrid/Remote: On-siteTravel: 0%