Assembly Technician jobs in United Arab Emirates

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• Perform the integration, tuning and tests of RF building blocks / products in line with procedures and quality standards
• Manage and lead the execution of near-field tuning and test of AESA antennas in anechoic chamber, ensuring their correct setup and calibration during the measurement process
• Oversee the validation of antenna performance in the near-field environment
• With the support of the local technical referent in RF measurement and of the experts from the business lines, participate to troubleshooting near-field technical challenges and propose/implement improvement process initiatives
• Work closely with the software and hardware engineering team to ensure smooth integration of products evolution or new products
• Ensure that all testing and integration activities comply with industry standards, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements
• Prepare and maintain detailed technical documentation, including test reports, issue tracking, and performance analysis, ensuring accurate records for future reference
• Actively contribute to process improvements in tuning and testing procedures, driving efficiency and quality enhancements
• Act as a mentor and technical referent, guiding junior technicians in the proper execution of building blocks and antennas tests

• +10 years of experience in RF products assembly, integration and tests for defense and/or space applications. Experience on RF solid-state power amplifiers, receivers and antennas near-field tests are a plus.

• Bachelor in RF measurement.

• Deep experience in microwave technologies (defense and/or space applications), especially assembly, integration and tests
• Good knowledge of power and RF tests benches (user profile)
• Ability to take part of technical troubleshooting campaigns
• Ability to lead, guide, and mentor junior technicians, fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing
• Strong analytical skills to interpret test results, identify anomalies, and suggest corrective actions
• Ability to drive improvements in testing processes and methodologies, optimizing the efficiency and quality of products/sub-systems integration
• You speak Arabic / English with excellent communication

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