Job Description
Electronics Test Engineer (RF / Microwave)
Location: Maldon, Essex
Salary: Depending on experience
A technology business designing and manufacturing semiconductor ICs and PCB assemblies for global communications markets is looking for an Electronics Test Engineer (RF/Microwave) to join their Test Engineering team. This is a varied role where you’ll develop and support RF test solutions, influence design-for-test, and help optimise test methods from development through to production.
The Role
As part of the test engineering function, you’ll be involved across the product lifecycle, including:
1. Developing RF test hardware (e.g., DUT/load boards), plus supporting firmware/software where required
2. Commissioning and improving the test facility, including writing specifications, procedures and documentation
3. Maintaining and troubleshooting legacy test software, fixtures and equipment (component-level fault finding)
4. Supporting production with test facility issues and improving test efficiency/throughput
5. Optimising and structuring test sequences and software for faster, more repeatable testing
6. Contributing to new product design reviews, ensuring testability is built-in from the start
7. Developing new test methodologies for new and existing pr...