Electrical Test Technician – Aerospace Systems

Cyient; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in California is seeking a hands-on Electrical Test Technician to support troubleshooting and repair activities for electronic units. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience in testing and repair, particularly in aerospace or high-reliability sectors. Strong problem-solving and communication skills are essential, along with knowledge of aerospace standards. This position offers a salary range of $100,000 to $120,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in electrical/electronic testing and troubleshooting.
• Experience ideally in aerospace, defense, or high-reliability industries.
• Familiarity with aerospace standards such as ARP4754A, DO-160G, and AS9100.

Responsibilities

• Perform open-box troubleshooting to identify malfunctioning components.
• Conduct thermal and vibration testing with oscilloscope monitoring.
• Prepare and submit Engineering Investigation Reports / Failure Analysis Reports.

Skills

Electronic circuit testing

Root cause analysis

Documentation

Troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Oscilloscope

Data acquisition systems

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking a hands-on Electrical Test Technician with experience in aerospace repair and testing to support troubleshooting, diagnostics, and repair activities for returned electronic units and systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electronic circuit testing, root cause analysis, and documentation within a repair or maintenance environment.

Base pay range

$100,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr

Key Responsibilities

• Perform open-box troubleshooting to identify malfunctioning circuit board components.
• Conduct thermal and vibration testing with oscilloscope monitoring on targeted data lines.
• Execute diagnostic testing and performance verification on aerospace modules and systems.
• Prepare and submit Engineering Investigation Reports / Failure Analysis Reports (FARs) in accordance with GAC procedures.
• Access and interpret R-Card repair data, test results, and failure observations to support investigations.
• Develop and perform troubleshooting tests for both existing and new product lines.
• Collaborate with Project Engineers to prioritize FARs and support AOG (Aircraft on Ground) situations.
• Interface with GAR engineers to discuss findings, technical progress, and recommendations.
• Coordinate with the Materials & Processes Lab for component-level evaluations and interpret findings.
• Support System Integration Lab (SIL) testing, engineering-directed testing, and lab analysis.
• Provide test and inspection instructions to assembly and test technicians in domestic and international facilities.
• Document and communicate test data, rework actions, and modifications in accordance with aerospace standards.
• Identify atypical failure modes and recommend trend monitoring as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in electrical/electronic testing, troubleshooting, and repair — ideally in aerospace, defense, or high-reliability industries.
• Strong understanding of electronic circuits, oscilloscopes, and data acquisition systems.
• Familiarity with aerospace standards such as ARP4754A, DO-160G, and AS9100.
• Proficient in failure analysis, root cause analysis, and report documentation.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.