Electrical & Electronics Test Technician - Diagnostics & QA

AST SpaceMobile; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

AST SpaceMobile is seeking an Electrical and Electronics Test Technician to perform functional, environmental, and diagnostic testing on electrical components, assemblies, and systems. You will work with engineers to identify issues, troubleshoot failures, and maintain test equipment.

Qualified candidates have an associate degree or technical diploma in electronics or related field and 2+ years in test environments.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical diploma in Electronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in electrical/electronic test environments preferred.
• Ability to read schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical drawings.
• Hands-on experience with test equipment (oscilloscope, DMM, hipot tester, function generator).
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, AS9100, or aerospace/defense standards is desirable.
• Strong problem-solving and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical and electronic testing of components, subassemblies, and final products according to engineering specs and procedures.
• Operate and maintain automated and manual test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, signal generators, spectrum analyzers.
• Conduct functional, continuity, insulation resistance, hipot, and performance testing.
• Assist environmental testing including thermal cycling, vibration, burn-in and reliability assessments.
• Interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, test plans, and technical documents to execute procedures.
• Identify, isolate, and troubleshoot electrical failures; document findings and corrective actions.
• Record test results accurately in logs or databases for traceability and compliance.
• Support engineering in product development, validation, and qualification activities.
• Maintain calibration, safety, and readiness of test stations and equipment.
• Follow ESD, safety, and cleanroom protocols where applicable.
• Assist in developing test fixtures, setups, and documentation.

Skills

Electrical testing

Analog & digital circuits

Test equipment operation

Schematic interpretation

Troubleshooting

Documentation

MS Office

Education

Associate degree or technical diploma in Electronics / Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

Oscilloscope

Multimeter (DMM)

Hipot tester

Function generator

Spectrum analyzer

Test automation equipment

Job description

AST SpaceMobile is seeking an Electrical and Electronics Test Technician to perform functional, environmental, and diagnostic testing on electrical components, assemblies, and systems. You will work with engineers to identify issues, troubleshoot failures, and maintain test equipment.

Qualified candidates have an associate degree or technical diploma in electronics or related field and 2+ years in test environments.