Experimental Radio Frequency RF & Microwave Technician Featured

Job Description

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Boeing has an exciting opportunity for an Experimental Radio Frequency (RF) & Microwave Technician to join our team in Tukwila, WA. 

Position Responsibilities:

• Develop, assemble, and maintain new and existing shop aids for testing and troubleshooting experimental aircraft electronics systems, subsystems, and associated wiring. Inspect test equipment prior to use to ensure proper operation and FAA certification requirements are met, utilizing test equipment manuals, check sheets and self-test procedures.

• Perform tests using various computer systems and general test equipment (e.g., oscilloscopes, power supplies, and meters of various types), as required.

• Install, remove, and modify experimental/production aircraft wiring using various mechanical and electrical hand tools to bring wiring to engineering specifications per nonconformance reports, and BAC specifications.

• Troubleshoot and repair faults, as required.

• Install, repair, and modify various types of radar systems on experimental and production aircraft and in the lab.

• Troubleshoot, test, and calibrate, as required. Install, repair, and modify of various types of navigational systems on experimental and production aircraft and in the lab.

• Install, test, and evaluate aircraft software programs to determine system reliability and compatibility, as well as compliance with engineering requirements.

• Assist in the development, method, and procedures to diagnose and correct malfunctions when methods and procedures have not been established.

• Communicate with other departments, as required, to obtain necessary assistance with problem resolution.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location.

Security Clearance & Export Control Requirements:

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. (An Interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post Start is required.)

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum three years of experience using electronic test equipment such as network analyzers, oscilloscopes, signal generators, spectrum analyzers.

• Minimum three years of experience in the field of RF/Microwave electronics design and RF/Microwave tests. 

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Shift:

This position is for 1st shift, however, there may be additional shift requirements to support program objectives.

Additional Information:

This is an hourly position governed by the International Association of Machinist (IAM-751) Collective Bargaining agreement.

Resumes of current Puget Sound Boeing employees submitted via Careers at Boeing will be considered as this job is not installed in QTTP.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Total Rewards Statement:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent.  Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. 

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. 

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. 

Summary pay range: $33.32/hr. to start, with the potential to earn up to $61.01/hr. at max rate.

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jul. 06, 2026

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.