Responsible for performing the set-up, calibration, testing, and troubleshooting of circuits, components, instruments, and mechanical assemblies. Determines and may develop test specifications, methods and procedures from blueprints, drawings and diagrams. Tests and troubleshoots assemblies and/or final systems. May complete rework on assemblies and/or systems as a result of testing. As required, prepares technical reports summarizing findings and recommending solutions to technical problems. May assist in the selection and set-up of specialized test equipment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Performs inspection of all materials and documentation prior to performing assigned work.
• Performs set-up, production test and in-depth troubleshooting of sub-assemblies and final product.
• Interpreting interconnect drawing and schematics as they apply to assembly and troubleshooting.
• Troubleshoots boards to component level, using test equipment and applying diversified diagnostic skills.
• Assists in developing new test procedures.
• Maintains yield and discrepancy report database and highlights failure trends/low yields.
• Provides training assistance to other technicians or test operators as needed.
• Maintains positive working relationships with co-workers and management.
• Ensures tooling and test equipment used is properly calibrated.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities when required.

Compensation: $34-38/hr, depending on experience

Supervisory Responsibilities: No

Computer Skills and/or Tools: MS Office

Qualifications/Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Proficient in the use of basic instruments like oscilloscopes, power meters, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, etc.
• Ability to use soldering iron and basic hand tools.
• Excellent written and verbal skills.
• Understanding of basic electronics.
• Must have the ability to work from procedures, drawings, and part lists, as well as use instruments.

Education and/or Experience: High school diploma or equivalent is required. Associates degree or technical certification and four years of job-related experience or eight to ten (8-10) years of job-related experience is required.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.