Test Systems Technician

SUMMARY

Conducts variety of electronic, mechanical, and electromechanical tests on electronic systems, subassemblies, and parts to ensure unit functions according to specifications or to determine cause of unit failure.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
Following established methods and procedures must be able to perform, but not limited to, the following:

Reads test schedule, work orders, test manuals, performance specifications, wiring diagrams, and schematics to determine testing procedure and equipment to be used.

Collects and prepares test procedures and data sheets for equipment to be tested.

Tests functional performance of systems, subassemblies, and parts under specified environmental conditions such as temperature change, vibration, pressure, and humidity.

Maintains test department filing system containing completed test reports, test equipment maintenance and calibration records, service and back ground notes on various power supplies.

Calibrates test instruments according to specifications.

Maintains test instruments with respect to storage, repair and replacement as necessary.

Connects unit to be tested to test equipment such as signal generator, frequency meter, or spectrum analyzer.

Connects unit to be tested to utilities such as power, water, air, hydraulics.

Reads dials or digital displays that indicate electronic characteristics such as voltage, frequency, distortion, inductance, and capacitance.

Compares results with specifications and records test data or plots test results on graph.

Analyzes test results on defective units to determine cause of failure.

Replaces defective wiring and components or records defects on tag attached to unit and returns unit to production department for repair.

Confers with engineers, technicians, production personnel, and others regarding testing procedures and results and to resolve problems.

Verifies dimensions of pins, shafts, and other mechanical parts.

Devises test equipment setup to evaluate performance and operation of nonstandard or customer returned units.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Associates Degree or one to two year related Electrical Technician experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
We offer market competitive pay and benefits programs, as well as opportunities for advancement, knowledge and skill development. In addition, we offer the following benefits to our employees:

Medical & Dental Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Profit Sharing Plan

Quarterly Incentive/Bonus Program

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Sick Pay

Generous Holiday & Vacation Program
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis to be considered for this position.
An Equal Opportunity Employer