Detector Test Technician

About the role

The Detector Test Technician is responsible for performing quality control testing and evaluation of detector systems and electronic components, troubleshooting vacuum and electronic issues, and loading Ge crystals into cryogenic systems. This role also supports detector manufacturing activities and provides technical assistance related to detector performance and testing.

Responsibilities

• Detector Assembly & Manufacturing Support: Build radiation detector vacuum systems, including internal electronic components; Load Ge crystals into cryogenic systems; Clean and assemble parts for vacuum assemblies; Perform soldering and/or brazing of components; Provide support throughout all phases of detector manufacturing.
• Testing & Troubleshooting: Perform quality control testing and evaluation of detector systems and electronic components; Troubleshoot vacuum and electronic problems; Conduct electrical and electronic testing and troubleshooting of detectors; Provide technical support to Customer Service, including occasional customer interaction.
• Equipment Operation & Maintenance: Operate helium leak detectors and other vacuum equipment; Operate vacuum evaporation equipment and oscilloscopes; Clean and maintain vacuum equipment; Fill liquid nitrogen containers; Clean and maintain laboratory areas and equipment.

Requirements

• Education & Experience: Associate’s degree, or equivalent, from a two-year college or technical school in Electronics; Minimum of two years of experience as an Electronics Technician in a troubleshooting capacity; Experience with good soldering practices.
• Technical Skills: Intermediate-level experience using oscilloscopes, voltmeters, and other test and measurement equipment; Knowledge and experience using computers; Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and computer data entry processes.
• Additional Qualifications: Ability to work with minimal supervision; Demonstrated skill in handling intricate and fragile components; Strong attention to detail and a meticulous approach to work.

Pay

• Employee Type: Hourly
• Currency: USD
• Salary Minimum: $50,000
• Salary Maximum: $60,000
• Incentive: No

About the Business Unit

Advanced Measurement Technology (AMT), part of AMETEK’s Materials Analysis Division, is a global leader in high-precision measurement and detection solutions. Headquartered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, AMT designs and manufactures advanced instrumentation for nuclear spectrometry, radiological measurement, electrochemical analysis, and electronic signal recovery. Our technologies enable customers in research, defense, homeland security, and industrial markets to solve their most complex challenges with accuracy and reliability. AMT combines renowned brands such as ORTEC, Amptek, and Sunpower, delivering differentiated solutions for applications ranging from radiation detection and semiconductor analysis to cryogenic cooling systems. As a cleared defense contractor, AMT also supports U.S. government programs with custom products and services. With a strong culture of innovation and