R&D Lab Technician

R&D Lab Technician

Draper, UT

On-site

$35.00 to $40.00 per hour

Job Summary

This contract-to-hire role focuses on calibrating RF test and measurement equipment in a lab environment, with some local customer site support as needed. You will work with equipment such as signal generators, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, network analyzers, function generators, frequency counters, and power meters. The role also includes troubleshooting, documentation, and maintaining calibration standards to support accurate, compliant measurement results.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate inspection, measurement, and test equipment to published specifications
• Perform in-lab calibration of RF test and measurement systems, including signal generators, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, and network analyzers
• Run tests to verify power, frequency, modulation, phase noise, and related RF performance characteristics
• Troubleshoot circuits used in RF transmission and support fault isolation on test equipment
• Identify and repair faults in finished assemblies and make adjustments as needed
• Support on-site maintenance and service calls for equipment that cannot be moved from customer locations
• Maintain primary, intrinsic, secondary, and working calibration standards
• Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of precision equipment
• Develop calibration procedures and methods based on specifications, drawings, blueprints, and technical requirements
• Collect, measure, summarize, and record calibration data
• Identify out-of-tolerance conditions and perform corrective actions such as adjustments, component replacement, and correction factors
• Identify and correct measurement errors when applicable
• Prepare calibration reports and certificates
• Adapt existing calibration equipment, standards, and techniques for unique measurement tasks
• Perform uncertainty evaluation and analysis for measurement standards and related processes
• Maintain documentation of test cases and calibration records
• Perform routine antenna capability testing
• Work with technicians, customer service teams, account teams, and customers as needed
• Perform general lab housekeeping and other assigned duties

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 5+ years of hands-on RF calibration experience in a calibration lab, military calibration program, or similar environment
• Experience calibrating equipment such as signal generators, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, network analyzers, function generators, frequency counters, and power meters
• Experience running RF calibration tests for power, frequency, modulation, phase noise, and related measurements
• Ability to troubleshoot, repair, align, and optimize precision equipment
• Ability to read and interpret schematics
• General math and algebra skills
• Understanding of basic statistics
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Technical writing ability
• Intermediate computer skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Knowledge of quality systems such as ISO 9001, ISO 17025, and ANSI Z540
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and follow written procedures
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills

Preferred

• Formal metrology training
• Military calibration program training, including PMEL or equivalent
• Experience with wireless networks, land communications systems, antennas, and RF engineering environments
• Preventive maintenance experience
• Experience in commercial calibration environments
• Supplemental RF coursework or military electronics training

Work Environment or Schedule

• Full-time, first shift
• Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week
• Primarily lab-based work in a professional setting
• Local travel may be required for customer site support, up to about 2 hours one way
• Occasional overnight travel may be required
• During the contract period, on-site customer visits are for training alongside an experienced technician
• Relaxed dress code, such as a polo or other neat shirt, jeans, and closed-toe shoes

Additional Information

• Contract-to-hire opportunity
• Initial contract length is 4-6 months
• BG check required

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Draper, UT.

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Draper,UT.

This position is anticipated to close on May 12, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.