Electrical Test Technician - Prototyping & Vehicle Systems

Oshkosh Corporation, Inc.; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 51,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Oshkosh Defense is seeking an Electrical Test Technician to support testing of vehicles and components, perform configuration changes, and assist in repairs of test stands and related systems. You will work with engineers and senior technicians to validate new product designs and resolve issues on sustaining products.

The role involves testing electrical systems from 5 to 1000 volts, data logging, troubleshooting, and fabricating parts as needed.

Qualifications

• Technical Diploma with three (3) years of experience in engineering or equivalent.
• Ability to travel 10%.
• Preferred: Associate’s degree with three (3) years of experience in engineering or equivalent, and CW Welder certification.

Responsibilities

• Conduct testing of prototypes and current products to determine capabilities of vehicles/systems and conformance to specifications and/or regulations.
• Test and record data using instrumentation and data acquisition systems.
• Assemble, disassemble, and fabricate complex parts and test stands in collaboration with engineers and senior technicians.
• Maintain a safe work environment and adhere to safety procedures during all aspects of job performance.

Skills

Electrical testing

Troubleshooting

Reading drawings

Safety procedures

Cross-functional communication

Education

Technical Diploma

Associate’s degree

Tools

CW Welder certification

Job description

Oshkosh Defense is seeking an Electrical Test Technician to support testing of vehicles and components, perform configuration changes, and assist in repairs of test stands and related systems. You will work with engineers and senior technicians to validate new product designs and resolve issues on sustaining products.

The role involves testing electrical systems from 5 to 1000 volts, data logging, troubleshooting, and fabricating parts as needed.