Electronic Modular Test Technician

Quantum Design Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 30,307 - 35,817; Full time

Job summary

Quantum Design Inc. is seeking an Electronic Modular Test Technician to perform advanced diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repair of complex analog and digital electronic systems. The role requires a strong technical background and attention to detail while working closely with engineers to resolve complex test challenges.

Applicants should have at least two years of experience in electrical systems troubleshooting and be knowledgeable in schematics and circuitry identification. This position is full-time and onsite in San Diego, CA with a competitive wage.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience troubleshooting electrical systems, hardware components, or digital testing environments.
• Knowledge of schematics, technical drawings, and circuitry identification.
• Experience with test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced testing and diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repair of electronic circuits.
• Document test procedures, results, and findings accurately.
• Collaborate with engineers to drive root cause analysis.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Technical expertise in electronics

Attention to detail

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related fields

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Digital voltmeters

Power supplies

Job description

Job Description

As Electronic Modular Test Technician, you will perform advanced diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repair of complex analog and digital electronic systems, requiring strong technical expertise and attention to detail. In this position, you will be responsible for interpreting schematics, configuring and executing AC/DC test setups, and operating precision test equipment. The Electronic Modular Test Technician will perform assembly and rework tasks to ensure safety measures are met. This role also involves mentoring junior technicians, maintaining accurate documentation, and working closely with engineers to drive root cause analysis, continuous improvement, and resolution of complex test challenges in a highly collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced testing and diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repair of electronic circuits, components, instruments, and assemblies.
• Analyze signal flow and apply cause and effect reasoning to identify and resolve failures in digital and analog systems.
• Interpret complex schematic diagrams and recognize common electronic circuits to understand design intent and assist in diagnostics.
• Configure and execute AC and DC digital test setups with minimal supervision.
• Operate and maintain test equipment such as oscilloscopes, digital voltmeters, power supplies, and specialized fixtures.
• Support the installation, calibration, and troubleshooting of custom test fixtures and associated software tools.
• Assemble, integrate, disassemble, rework, and repair both electronic and electromechanical assemblies as required.
• Ensure safe operation of a wide range of hand and power tools in adherence to safety protocols.
• Provide technical guidance and informal mentorship to junior technicians.
• Document test procedures, results, and findings accurately, and communicate recommendations to support engineering evaluations for corrective actions or improvements.
• Collaborate with engineers and peers to drive root cause analysis, continuous improvement, and resolution of complex test challenges.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Two years of experience troubleshooting electrical systems, hardware components, or digital testing environments.
• Knowledge of schematics, technical drawings, and circuity identification.
• Experience with test equipment, including oscilloscopes, digital voltmeters, power supplies, and specialized fixtures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, software engineering, or related fields.
• Lean Six Sigma background and experience in continuous improvement initiatives.

Additional Information

• This position’s work mode is 100% onsite.
• The employee will report to our facility in San Diego, CA five days a week.
• The schedule for this position is M-F 5AM – 1:30PM.
• Salary Range: $22.00 - $26.00, hourly.

Quantum Design is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions, policies and practices are in accordance with applicable federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws. Quantum Design will not tolerate or engage in unlawful discrimination including any form of unlawful harassment, on account of a person's sex, age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual preference or orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap, disability, or membership in any protected group.