Electronic - Technician

ZipRecruiter; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Electronics Technician to join their dynamic team. This role involves calibrating and repairing electronic test and measurement equipment in a state-of-the-art metrology lab and at customer facilities. You will ensure compliance with various standards while utilizing your technical skills to troubleshoot and maintain equipment. The position offers a collaborative environment with opportunities for minimal travel, and you will be equipped with company vehicles and tools to facilitate your work. If you are passionate about electronics and enjoy working in a supportive team, this role is an exciting opportunity for you.

Benefits

Company Vehicle

Laptop Computer

Travel Expense Coverage

Positive Work Environment

Qualifications

• Must work effectively in a team environment and have strong computer skills.
• Ability to interpret drawings, schematics, and follow calibration procedures.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate and perform basic repairs on electronic test equipment.
• Collect and analyze calibration data for customer instruments.

Skills

Teamwork

Soldering

AC/DC Theory

Troubleshooting

Communication Skills

Analytical Abilities

Education

2-Year Technical School Degree

Military PMEL Training

Tools

Digital Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Logic Analyzers

Spectrum Analyzers

Frequency Counters

Computer-Aided Test Equipment

Job description

QCS has an opening for an Electronics Technician to calibrate test and measurement equipment in a Metrology Lab Environment and at Customers facilities. Previous military or industrial experience a plus. We offer competitive wages & benefits and a positive work environment.

Job Description:

Performs a variety of calibration and some basic repair functions on a variety of customer Electronic Test & Measurement Equipment to required specifications in accordance with required ANSI, Military, Federal, and Manufacturer Specifications. Our customer base covers the Aerospace, Automotive, Defense, Medical, and General Manufacturing sectors. Due to the nature of the electronic equipment being serviced, a portion of the work is performed at the customer’s facilities. Company vehicles, laptop computers and other necessary tools are provided. Although the majority of the on-site work is performed locally, some minimal overnight travel is required at prescheduled times of the year. QCS covers all appropriate travel expenses. Overnight travel is well planned in advance. Other work is performed in our climate-controlled, state-of-the-art metrology laboratory environment.

Job Duties (include but not limited to):

All work is performed in accordance with specific procedures that comply with various standards and specifications. Calibration data is collected from the customers' instruments using specific QCS Electronic standards (Predominantly, Fluke Calibration Standards). Data is analyzed and entered into a database for long form calibration certificates. When necessary, appropriate adjustments are made to bring the instruments in tolerance. Requires appropriate knowledge of electronic principles as it relates to the operation and functionality of the equipment and applicable standards. Must be able to follow and understand the calibration procedures & techniques while possessing the appropriate analytical abilities.

Qualifications:

• Must be capable of working effectively in a team environment.
• 2 year technical school degree or equivalent level of education and/or work experience in an Electronics discipline, or Military (PMEL) training/experience.
• Capability to interpret drawings and schematics and understand verbal and written instruction.
• Soldering capability.
• Sound AC/DC theory background.
• Must be able to use initiative and work independently.
• Ability to use and calibrate/troubleshoot analog & digital (as applicable) DVM's, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers, frequency counters, waveform analyzers, computer-aided and other test equipment and test software.
• Ability to obtain and maintain accurate records & certifications.
• Strong computer skills.
• Comfortable using databases to store and retrieve information.
• Troubleshooting aptitude.
• Must have good communication skills and a professional appearance due to interface with customers.

Company Description:

QCS is an ISO/IEC 17025 Accredited full service metrology lab established in 1984 that provides calibration services to the Aerospace, Automotive, Defense, Medical, Nuclear, and all other General Manufacturing sectors. QCS calibrates Hard Gages (i.e. Gage Blocks, Cylindrical and Threaded - Plugs, Rings, & Pins, etc.), QCS also performs calibration and repair of Electro-Mechanical Gage Hand Tools (i.e. Micrometers, Calipers, Indicators, Torque, Force, Pressure, Height Gages, Mass, etc.), Electronic Test & Measurement Equipment (Oscilloscopes, Multi-meters, Frequency Counters, Signal Generators, Hypots, etc.). QCS offers on-site services for the calibration of CMM’s, Hand Tools, Surface Plates, Optical Comparators, Hardness Testers, Electronic Instrumentation, and more. In addition, QCS provides 1st Article Dimensional Inspection Services utilizing our touch probe and Video CMM’s. QCS has one of the broadest scopes of Accreditation of any lab in the country while maintaining one of the finest reputations in the industry for nearly 40 years. QCS has one of the finest Metrology facilities in the country containing 6 state-of-the-art climate & environmentally controlled laboratories situated within our 20K sq. ft building providing an extremely pleasurable working environment.