Sr Wireless Technician IAs a key contributor to the wireless engineering team, the Sr. Wireless Technician plays a vital role in validating and verifying wireless product designs through hands-on testing, data collection, and collaborative feedback. This position supports both hardware and software development efforts by executing detailed test procedures, maintaining accurate documentation, and ensuring the precision of measurement tools and methods.
The role requires a strong foundation in wireless and RF engineering principles, coupled with the ability to work independently and communicate effectively across departments.Starkey is a world leader in the manufacturing and distribution of advanced hearing technologies. We are in the business of connecting people and changing lives. Our teams come to work each day focused on ensuring people everywhere have the products and services they need to hear better and live better.Founded in 1967 by Bill Austin, Starkey is known for our cutting-edge hearing health innovations, industry-leading research and development, and not being afraid to push the edge of what's possible.We are headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, have over 5,000 employees in 29 facilities across the globe, and do business in more than 100 markets worldwide.The Sr Wireless Technician is responsible for the verification and validation of all Starkey wireless product designs, using test procedures, test equipment, lab tools, software tools and orientation from the engineering team. Provide efficient, systematic, and well documented feedback for the tasks that have been assigned. Maintain a clean and organized lab environment in addition to keep track of the calibration methods, requirements, and due dates. Interact with other departments to ensure the flow of tasks and materials. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures related to wireless and RF engineering. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals and works under limited supervision.Job Responsibilities/Results:Support hardware developmentUse guidelines from the engineering staff to implement required builds and modificationsTest and document data collectionUse the documentation tools for clear, detailed, and careful recording of test sets, parameters, and othersTrack calibration methods and due datesUse the engineering guidelines and industrial standards to ensure measurement accuracyProvide feedback of problems and trends observed during test and hardware updates or modificationsProactively use reports or verbal communication to promptly advise about problems and solutionsProvide feedback for design developmentsUse the data and experience acquired during development to help improve performance and reliability of products and processesSupport hardware government regulatory qualificationSetup location visits and procure parts for qualification prescreening and final test, use experience and guidelines to successfully accomplish regulatory goals, careful and detail documentation of the procedures and resultsSupport EMC, environmental and other compliance requirementsSetup location visits and procure parts for qualification prescreening and final test, use experience and guidelines to successfully accomplish regulatory goals, careful and detail documentation of the procedures and resultsSoftware: Learn and master the use of software test tools, keep track of software tool upgradesProactively use and update software toolsProvide feedback to improve and accelerate test proceduresCommunicate to developers the needs and improvements requiredVerify the right functioning of toolsContinuously ensure that data collected meets expectation and, in this way, avoid having configuration and setup errorsData and documentation: Create reports and test proceduresUsing guidelines promptly update data bases with the data collected or create tables and others that can communicate results. Create and help in the creation of test proceduresVerify the validity of data that is been recordedContinuously ensure that data collected meets expectation and, in this way, avoid having configuration and setup errorsSupport data analysisUse reports, documented data, experiences, and observation to provide help in understanding problems, errors, and failures during developmentTechnical leadOrganize and clean lab areaSupport parts and equipment purchasesProvide feedback to improve the flow of material, test time and needed equipmentJob Requirements:EducationAssociate degree or military/equivalent training in technical related fieldsExperience4-6 years of experience in related areas.Knowledge / Technical RequirementsAnalog /digital communication, RF & wireless fundamentals and troubleshooting of related circuits/systems, desiredElectrical and RF test and measurement equipment, requiredGood understanding of digital, analog and RF circuits and working experience in measuring devices under via computer-controlled test equipment, desiredData statistical analysis and statistical process control (Excel, others.)Competencies, Skills & AbilitiesExcellent analytical and problem-solving skills.RF circuits/systems design.Proficiency in using the following equipment: oscilloscope, signal generator, spectrum analyzer, Network analyzerExcellent people skills.Excellent Communication skills, both written and verbal.Salary and other compensation: The target pay rate for this position is between $26.65 - $36.35 per hour. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include: geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is eligible for a bonus based upon performance results. There is no guarantee of payout. The following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements, include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with company match, company-paid life insurance, short-term disability insurance, long term disability insurance, employee assistance program, hearing aid benefits, paid time off, paid sick time, and paid holidays.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.