Associate Test Engineer

Rocket-Ems; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Career growth

Job summary

Rocket EMS in Carson City, NV is seeking a Test Engineer to lead test strategies for Class 3 aerospace PCB assemblies. You will develop and execute ICT, functional, and system-level tests while ensuring tight traceability and compliance with customer and regulatory requirements.

The role requires 1–3 years in electronics manufacturing test, hands-on tooling expertise, and a disciplined approach to documentation and audits; you will collaborate with Quality, Manufacturing and Engineering to

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of electronics manufacturing test experience
• Hands-on ICT, functional, boundary-scan, or system-level testing
• Experience with Class 3 aerospace assemblies or regulated environments preferred

Responsibilities

• Review travelers, MPIs, ECOs and specs with emphasis on IPC-A-610 Class 3 aerospace requirements
• Develop, execute and support ICT, functional, boundary-scan, and system-level test processes for complex PCB assemblies
• Perform electrical, functional and performance verification to ensure Class 3 aerospace quality and reliability
• Analyze test failures, identify root causes, and collaborate with Engineering for corrective actions
• Validate and calibrate test equipment, fixtures, and programs per aerospace standards
• Document test results, deviations and corrective actions for traceability and audit readiness
• Enforce ESD, MSD, safety, and handling protocols for high-reliability hardware
• Support NPIs and first-article validations with test feedback and risk assessment
• Contribute to continuous improvement of test yield, coverage and throughput
• Provide daily pass-downs and technical communications to leads and teams

Skills

Electronics testing

ICT & boundary-scan testing

Electrical measurements

Documentation discipline

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Electronics coursework/technical degree

Tools

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Power supplies

Diagnostic instruments

Job description

As a Test Engineer at Rocket EMS, you play a critical role in ensuring the performance, reliability, and compliance of Class 3 aerospace PCB assemblies, where failure is not an option. You will be responsible for developing, executing, and supporting in-circuit, functional, and system-level test strategies that verify assemblies meet stringent customer, regulatory, and internal quality requirements. This role demands deep attention to detail, disciplined execution, and a strong understanding of aerospace-grade electronics manufacturing.

You will work closely with Quality, Manufacturing, and Engineering teams to support both NPI and high-reliability production builds, ensuring test coverage, traceability, and repeatability across all programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and interpret travelers, MPIs, ECOs, drawings, and customer specifications with a strong focus on IPC-A-610 Class 3 aerospace requirements.
• Develop, execute, and support ICT, functional, boundary scan, and system-level test processes for complex PCB assemblies.
• Perform electrical, functional, and performance verification to ensure assemblies meet all Class 3 aerospace quality, reliability, and workmanship standards.
• Analyze test failures, isolate root causes, and collaborate with Engineering and Rework teams to drive effective debug and corrective actions.
• Ensure all test equipment, fixtures, and programs are properly validated, calibrated, and controlled per aerospace and internal quality standards.
• Accurately document test results, failures, deviations, and corrective actions to maintain full traceability and audit readiness.
• Enforce strict adherence to ESD, MSD, safety, and handling protocols required for high-reliability aerospace hardware.
• Support NPIs, engineering builds, and first-article validations by providing test feedback, coverage assessments, and risk identification.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on test yield, coverage, throughput, and long-term product reliability.
• Provide clear daily pass-downs and technical communication to leads, supervisors, quality, and engineering teams.

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent (required).
• Technical degree or coursework in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field (preferred).

Experience

• 1–3 years of experience in electronics manufacturing test, preferably in aerospace, defense, or other high-reliability industries.
• Hands-on experience with ICT, functional test, boundary scan, or system-level testing.
• Experience supporting Class 3 assemblies or regulated manufacturing environments strongly preferred.

Skills

• Solid understanding of electronics theory and complex PCB assemblies.
• Working knowledge of IPC-A-610 Class 3 workmanship and quality expectations.
• Proficiency with multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, and other diagnostic instruments.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, test procedures, and engineering documentation.
• Strong documentation discipline and attention to detail.
• Basic computer proficiency (Excel, Word, Outlook) for data analysis and reporting.
• Effective communicator able to collaborate across Test, Engineering, Quality, and Operations.

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Paid time off

Career growth opportunities in advanced, Class 3 aerospace electronics manufacturing

Schedule

8-hour shifts, Monday–Friday

Overtime and weekends as required to support production and program needs

Pay Range

$24 - $30 USD

ITAR/EAR Compliance: Due to the nature of the work performed at Rocket EMS, this position may require access to export-controlled technical data or technology. The successful candidate must be eligible to access such information under applicable U.S. export-control laws or be eligible for any required government authorization.

Rocket EMS will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the California Fair Chance Act. Candidates are not required to disclose criminal history or participate in a background check unless and until a conditional offer of employment has been made. Any final offer of employment may be conditioned on completion of a background check, consistent with applicable law.