Test Technician Support Lead

Title: Test Technician support Lead

Department: 505

Revision Date: 5/11/2026

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Location: Chandler, AZ

Level: S4

Company Overview

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is a leading global technology company providing terrestrial and wireless network solutions, next-generation 9-1-1 emergency services, satellite and space communications technologies, and cloud native capabilities to commercial and government customers around the world. Our unique culture of innovation and employee empowerment unleashes a relentless passion for customer success. With multiple facilities located in technology corridors throughout the United States and around the world, Comtech leverages our global presence, technology leadership, and decades of experience to create the world’s most innovative communications solutions. For more information, please visit www.comtech.com.

Position Summary

Test Technician Support Lead responsible for diagnosing and troubleshooting systemic test failures within RF and Digital circuits of Comtech Production released products. Products will include High/Low powered radio transmitters/receiver and modem products used in line-of-site and satellite communications. Evaluation will require tune, test, troubleshoot of high and low power RF radio transmitters/receiver and complex modem products using discrete and automated test equipment. The individual will interface with Manufacturing and Design Engineers to gather information, define/implement validation tests, formulate and present solutions.

Responsibilities

• The following operations will require minimal instruction after initial product training.
• Isolate problems and troubleshoot down to the component level using schematics and discrete test equipment.
• Interface between Production Test Engineering and Design Engineering to investigate and resolve failure symptoms during production test.
• Perform manual testing configuring discrete test equipment; DMM, RF power meter, oscilloscope, frequency generators, spectrum and data analyzers etc.
• Operate automated test stations and evaluate product performance.
• Evaluate unit performance and compare to established specifications.
• Provide technical status of product performance, evaluate automated test results, troubleshooting test equipment and test stations to the component level.
• Mechanical assembly- minor disassembly of product during troubleshooting process
• Compile, evaluate and present data in a concise and informative format.

Requirements

• Understand and write schematic drawings, Engineering Change Orders (ECO), Test Procedures, and rework documents.
• Basic math skill and computer skills to include MSWord and Excel.
• Good knowledge of RF Microwave Technology and Digital circuits.
• Willingness to work outside normal working hours
• Operational Knowledge of Manufacturing/Workmanship Standards and their Understanding
• Good Decision Making & Problem Solving, Teamwork and Communications skills
• Regular and predictable attendance required.

Skills

• Knowledge of electronic components.
• Experience with RF & Digital Test equipment including: Spectrum & Network Analyzers, Power Meters, Frequency Generators, Multimeters, Oscilloscopes, logic and data analyzers
• Ability to communicate intelligently with Design Engineers
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks

Education

Experience

About:

This position requires compliance with Comtech’s Drug-Free Workplace Program. Candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of hire. Employees may be subject to random, reasonable suspicion, and post-incident testing. Illegal drug use — including marijuana, regardless of state law — is disqualifying under federal adjudicative guidelines and DoD DFARS requirements.

The pay range reflects the expected base salary for this position. Final compensation will be based on role, level, skills, experience, and geographic location.

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.