SoC Lab Technician

Title: SoC Lab Technician

Duration: 5 Months

Location: Sunnyvale CA 94085

Description:

The SoC RF Lab Technician supports Wireless SoC development by building, calibrating, and maintaining RF test environments while ensuring efficient lab operations. This role is responsible for hands-on RF setup, VNA calibration, equipment management, and tracking of project hardware. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and experienced in lab operations and technical support.

Key Responsibilities:

RF Setup & Calibration

Build and bring up RF test setups using attenuators, splitters, SMA cables, and RF test equipment

Calibrate RF setups using Vector Network Analyzers (VNA)

Verify proper signal routing and test configuration prior to engineering use

Support engineers with test setup modifications and troubleshooting

Lab Operations & Equipment Management

Manage lab equipment, tools, and inventory to ensure availability and organization

Track, label, and organize boards across multiple projects

Maintain accurate inventory records using lab management tools (e.g., Excel)

Ensure proper storage and handling of sensitive RF equipment

Compliance & Safety:

Manage equipment calibration schedules and ensure compliance with company standards

Coordinate equipment servicing and calibration as required

Maintain lab safety standards and proper equipment handling procedures

Support documentation needs for audits and compliance tracking

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Experience in lab operations and technical support

Hands-on experience with RF setups and test equipment

Experience calibrating RF setups using VNA

Strong organizational and prioritization skills

Experience with lab management software (Excel or similar tools)

Good written and verbal communication skills

Understanding of lab safety procedures and proper equipment handling

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience supporting Wireless SoC or RF hardware development environments

Familiarity with RF components and measurement best practices

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced engineering environment

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At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position's starting pay is: $55.97/hr.