Equipment Technician IV-MPMS24

Senior Equipment Technician (High Voltage / RF) | $35–$45/hr | Palo Alto with Commuter-friendly benefits

Hands-on electrical expert? We’re hiring technicians and engineers who can troubleshoot down to the component level across high-voltage and power systems. If you’ve worked in power electronics, RF, semiconductor, or similar environments and enjoy solving complex system-level problems...we want to check out your experience!

At Microwave Power Products (MPP), we manufacture RF (radio frequency) and electronic components used in aerospace, defense, medical, and industrial equipment. Our work requires precision, attention to detail, and teamwork, and our assemblers play an important role in building products our customers depend on.

Located in Palo Alto, California, MPP has more than 70 years of manufacturing experience and is now part of TransDigm Group, a global aerospace and defense company. We offer a stable work environment, hands-on training, and opportunities to grow your skills while working with experienced technicians and engineers.

YOUR DAY TO DAY (Role Summary)

This role is ideal for technically strong Senior Equipment Technicians or hands-on electrical professionals who enjoy hands-on problem solving, system-level troubleshooting, and working close to the physics of high-voltage and RF systems. You’ll operate at the intersection of engineering, manufacturing, and test by supporting complex equipment where deep understanding matters more than routine execution.

You will work within our engineering and manufacturing team to support advanced electronic and electro-mechanical systems crucial to our product lines. Your role will involve hands-on technical work, including system support, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of high-voltage DC power and high-power modulator systems. This position requires a strong technical background in analog and digital electronics, as well as expertise with high-voltage equipment and control systems.

YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR (Responsibilities)

• Maintenance & Support: Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and operational support for high-voltage DC power supplies, high-power modulator systems, and other electronic equipment in a manufacturing environment, ensuring optimal performance. Partner closely with Engineering on prototype bring-up, failure analysis, root cause investigations, and supporting design-for-reliability improvements across high-voltage and power systems.
• Fabrication & Assembly: Fabricate and assemble components for prototypes, and assist with experimental apparatus setup, testing, and adjustments.
• System Repair: Conduct modifications, maintenance, and repair of electronic systems, ensuring adherence to quality standards and safety protocols.
• Component-Level Troubleshooting: Apply a strong foundation in analog and digital electronic theory to troubleshoot down to the component level.
• Control System Diagnosis: Diagnose and repair issues with PLC control systems, with a focus on troubleshooting, diagnostics, and system interaction rather than PLC programming or controls ownership, to maintain efficient system operation.
• Test Equipment Proficiency: Use multimeters, oscilloscopes, RF test equipment, and high-voltage equipment for accurate system diagnostics and repair.
• High-Voltage Systems Expertise: Work safely and confidently with high-voltage systems, ensuring compliance with all safety protocols.
• Performance Assessment: Utilize advanced diagnostic tools and control systems to assess electronic systems’ performance.
• Process Improvement: Collaborate with engineering teams to support continuous improvement initiatives for product and process optimization.
• Safety Compliance: Follow established safety protocols rigorously, including high-voltage work practices, lockout/tagout (LOTO), stored energy discharge procedures, and two-person safety rules, contributing to a safe, efficient work environment.
• Adaptability: Work extended hours as necessary to support production schedules and project timelines.

YOU ARE THE RIGHT PERSON FOR THIS JOB IF YOU HAVE THESE PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent hands-on experience in power electronics, semiconductor, or high-voltage systems are strongly encouraged to apply—even if your background spans engineering, quality, or advanced technician roles.

• Associate degree in Electronics, Electrical Technology, or related field; Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering is a plus.
• 5+ years of experience maintaining and repairing high-voltage electronic equipment in a manufacturing, semiconductor, defense, or similar environment.
• Proven ability to perform bench-level circuit troubleshooting and electrical verification.
• Hands-on proficiency with oscilloscopes, HV probes, RF test equipment, and related diagnostic tools.
• Experience with PLCs and industrial automation systems.
• Strong knowledge of analog and digital electronics, power systems, and control circuits.
• Skilled in root-cause failure analysis and corrective action methods.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.
• Safety-first mindset with demonstrated experience working under high-voltage protocols.
• Ability to obtain a security clearance is a plus.

This role requires access to export controlled information, subject to the ITAR and EAR. Government authorization may be required for non-US persons in order to be eligible for this role. US Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals) in order to be eligible for this role. For security clearance positions, the candidate must be a US citizen with the ability to obtain a U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Security Clearance as required, holding a security clearance is a plus.

WHAT WE OFFER

Pay: $35 to $45/hour depending on experience

• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Generous 401(k) match

• Commuter benefits within the Stanford Research Park

• Complimentary EV charging

• Paid time off and holidays

• Training and opportunities for skill development and growth

OUR WORKPLACE COMMITMENT

With a history spanning more than seven decades, Microwave Power Products (MPP) has impacted people’s lives in countless unseen ways every day. Our highly engineered products serve as the backbone of modern communications systems, assist in medical treatments and diagnostics, protect soldiers and pilots, empower scientific discoveries, and much more. We are headquartered in Palo Alto, California and are a global manufacturer of electronic components and subsystems serving communications, defense, medical, industrial, and scientific markets. MPP joined the TransDigm Group (NYSE: TDG) family in 2024, giving our team access to the resources of a global aerospace leader while maintaining our local, high-impact culture.

We value the unique and diverse skills, qualities, and backgrounds that each employee brings to MPP, and we respect each employee as an integral member of our growing team. MPP is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all current and prospective employees, as well as to promoting a culture of inclusion and respect for everyone. We celebrate the innovation that diversity creates in the work environment, and we recognize that each employee brings their own unique capabilities, experiences, and perspectives to the organization. It is this variety that adds value to our teams, as well as to our stakeholders. We welcome and encourage applicants to reach their full potential with us.

MPP is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.