R&D Hardware Test Technician

About the role

This position is responsible for configuring machines and subsystems, performing product and subsystem testing, and documenting test results. The role also involves assisting engineers in creating Product Qualification Plans (PQPs), fabricating prototypes and test systems, building printed circuit board assemblies and wiring harnesses, and performing failure analysis.

Responsibilities

• Configure machines and subsystems to match testing requirements
• Auxiliary engineers in creating Product Qualification Plans (PQPs)
• Perform product and subsystem testing as defined in PQPs
• Collect, analyze, and interpret test data
• Run software installation managers to support deployment to factory and field environments
• Document test results in formal test reports
• Fabricate prototypes and test systems
• Build printed circuit board assemblies and wiring harnesses as needed
• Perform failure analysis on parts, assemblies, and systems
• Support engineers with troubleshooting and debugging electro-mechanical systems
• Use machine tools to fabricate prototype parts and assemblies under engineering direction
• Maintain test system inventory
• Ensure hardware and software configurations match those used in the service fleet
• Help keep test labs safe, organized, and ready for use

Requirements

• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Experience working with mechanical or electro-mechanical systems
• Experience executing tests and documenting results
• Excel experience
• Ability to communicate effectively with engineers
• Critical thinking and troubleshooting skills
• Experience working in a collaborative team environment

Pluses

• Semiconductor industry experience
• Robotics fabrication or testing experience
• Military electronics experience
• Experience with quality systems and data traceability
• Soldering experience
• MiniTab experience
• LabVIEW experience
• CAD experience
• Advanced Excel skills

Benefits

Beacon Hill offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The role is 5 days onsite.