Electronics Test Technician

About the role

The Printed Circuit Board Assembly Test Technician performs test and troubleshooting on printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs) and operates PCBA assembly and test equipment to support department output objectives. This position reports directly to the Manager of Operations & Service.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of complex technical functions related to the assembly, test, and troubleshoot of PCBAs.
• Operate Genrad Test and Flying Probe Test Machines.
• Troubleshoot failed PCBAs and PCBAs removed from top-level assemblies to the component level.
• Utilize assembly prints, mechanical part drawings, schematics, and electronic equipment such as DMMs, oscilloscopes, function generators, power supplies, frequency counters, pressure indicators, etc.
• Effectively perform, document, and communicate the results of failure analysis.
• Understand electronic component functionality and interpret electrical schematics or mechanical assembly prints.
• Apply Environmental Stress Screening (ESS) testing concepts.
• Use various electronic devices, such as power supplies and meters.
• Assist in the development of production documentation, including work instructions and troubleshooting aids.
• Perform minor repair and maintenance of production and/or test equipment.
• Provide training to production operators and technicians.
• Commit to customer and business focus in areas such as quality of work, attendance, and productivity.
• Learn job duties within the assigned area; repair product and contribute toward production goals.
• Demonstrate ability and willingness to use AI tools to improve productivity, decision-making, work quality, and reduce costs.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required; AAS in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering Technology desired.
• Two years of prior experience in Production and/or Manufacturing.
• Experience in the manufacturing, testing, or troubleshooting of analog and digital circuits in Aircraft Instruments or other Electronics is desired.
• Effective interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to develop and encourage original, creative, and successful approaches to issues; continually improve processes; take smart risks.
• Motivated individual, fast learner, and capable of working independently.
• Aptitude and physical ability to learn soldering and become solder certified.
• Knowledge of prototype, assembly drawings, and blueprint reading.
• Ability to perform soldering and mechanical assembly of a complex and critical nature, requiring extensive knowledge of techniques, tools, materials, military standards, and ISO 9000.

Physical Requirements

• Light physical effort equal to frequent lifting or moving of lightweight materials, exerting up to 30 pounds of force.
• Regularly required to sit or stand, walk, bend, and reach.
• Regular use of hands/fingers for handling, holding, grasping, turning, picking, and pinching, as well as using various hand tools (screwdriver, pliers, crimpers, tweezers, etc.).
• Use of fine dexterity when working with small, delicate parts.
• Regular use of vision to see objects at close range (20 inches or less), with occasional depth perception and adjustment of focus for varying close distances.
• Occasional color vision required.

Pay

Hourly position with a salary range of $35,000 to $50,000 USD.