About Careertakes

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What You’ll Do

This entry-level Associate Electronics Engineer role supports manufacturing test engineering for RF systems at a confidential client in Rolling Meadows, IL. You will join a team delivering hardware integration, test, and validation for mission-critical RF products. This role emphasizes hands-on hardware troubleshooting, test development, and schematic work (Cadence) while you build toward program-specific security clearances.

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Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing test engineering for RF and electronic assemblies.
• Troubleshoot hardware, test equipment, and unit-under-test issues on the production floor.
• Assist with schematic generation and updates using Cadence.
• Develop, execute, and document test procedures and validation plans.
• Use oscilloscopes, network/spectrum analyzers, signal generators and other lab instruments for debugging and verification.
• Contribute to hardware integration, system-level validation, and root-cause analysis.
• Track test results, maintain version control (GitHub), and support continuous improvement in test processes.
• Communicate technical findings to engineers, technicians, and program managers.

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Basic Qualifications (required)

A candidate must meet ALL of the items below:

• Completing or has completed a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD from an accredited institution.
• Major in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related STEM field with a minimum of 2 years relevant experience.
• U.S. citizenship required to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance; ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
• Ability to obtain Special Access Program (SAP) access if needed.
• Experience troubleshooting hardware and test issues.
• Experience with schematic generation (Cadence) and hardware development/integration on schedule and on budget.

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Preferred Qualifications

• Cumulative GPA of 3.00/4.0 or higher.
• Experience with Python and MATLAB for data analysis and test automation.
• Familiarity with programming languages such as C, C#, Java, or LabWindows/CVI.
• Prior hardware troubleshooting experience with test equipment or prime hardware.
• Experience with RF electronic systems in manufacturing or design (hardware, firmware).
• Practical use of lab test instruments: Oscilloscope, Signal Generator, Spectrum Analyzer, Network Analyzer.
• Familiarity reading schematics and one-line electrical diagrams.
• Experience using GitHub.
• Active DoD security clearance is a plus.

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Compensation & Location

• Salary range: $72,700 to $109,100 (USD, annual).
• Location: Rolling Meadows, IL (on-site).
• Travel: Approximately 10% of the time.
• Relocation assistance: No.
• Clearance: Secret clearance required (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite).

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What Confidential Client Offers

• Structured early-career development and technical training.
• Hands-on experience with RF systems and manufacturing test processes.
• Collaborative, diverse environment where engineering ideas are valued.
• Opportunities to grow into cleared, program-specific engineering roles.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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