Electronic Technician

AMETEK; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

AMETEK in Oak Ridge, Tennessee seeks an Electronic Technician to test electronic systems and subassemblies using established procedures and test equipment. You will ensure products meet specifications and support calibration, data analysis, and software tasks.

Responsibilities include reviewing schedules, calibrating instruments, interpreting results, and collaborating with engineering and production teams to improve procedures. The role emphasizes hands-on testing, assembly, and mentorship.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in electronics or technical field and 2+ years of electronic technician experience.
• Alternatively, 4 years of directly related experience without a degree.

Responsibilities

• Review test schedules, manuals, and diagrams to determine procedures and equipment.
• Calibrate test instruments and verify software per specifications.
• Analyze data to ensure products meet test requirements.
• Connect assemblies to test equipment like oscilloscopes and meters.
• Read instrument displays and record test data accurately.
• Collaborate with engineers and production to improve procedures.
• Perform assembly, fabrication, and processing as directed.
• Train and mentor others as assigned.

Skills

Electronic testing

Calibration

Data analysis

Team collaboration

AI tools usage

Education

Associate degree in electronics

4 years related experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Ohmmeters

Voltmeters

Multimeters

Power supplies

Job description

We are seeking a motivated Electronic Technician to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for testing electronic systems, subassemblies, parts, and components using established procedures and standard or computerized test equipment to ensure products meet internal and published specifications and standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Review test schedules, work orders, test manuals, performance specifications, wiring diagrams, and schematics to determine testing procedures and required equipment.
• Calibrate test instruments and verify master software according to specifications.
• Analyze and interpret test data to ensure products meet the requirements of associated test procedures.
• Connect electronic assemblies, components, or firmware to test equipment such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, oscilloscopes, disk copiers, curve tracers, multimeters, power supplies, and automated or computerized test systems.
• Read and interpret instrument dials, viewing screens, scopes, and digital displays.
• Compare test results to specifications and accurately record required test data.
• Analyze test results on defective units to determine the cause of failure.
• Replace faulty components and document defects on unit history travelers.
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, production personnel, customer service teams, and others to improve testing and production procedures and resolve current or potential issues.
• Perform electronic assembly, fabrication, and processing operations as directed.
• Produce firmware and software copies as directed and maintain control of software masters.
• Train and mentor others when assigned.

Requirements

• Associate degree from a college or technical school and a minimum of two years of experience as an Electronic Technician

Or

• Four years of directly related experience without a degree.
• IPC (J-STD-001) certification preferred but not required.
• Highly self-motivated with the ability to work effectively to deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to provide and receive constructive feedback and suggestions.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to use AI tools to improve productivity, decision-making, work quality, and to reduce costs. The successful candidate must be able to identify appropriate AI use cases and critically evaluate AI-generated outputs.

Working Environment

• Hands-on role involving testing, troubleshooting, repair, assembly, and calibration of electronic products and systems.
• Regular interaction with cross-functional teams, including engineering, production, and customer service.

About The Business Unit

Advanced Measurement Technology (AMT), part of AMETEK’s Materials Analysis Division, is a global leader in high-precision measurement and detection solutions. Headquartered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, AMT designs and manufactures advanced instrumentation for nuclear spectrometry, radiological measurement, electrochemical analysis, and electronic signal recovery. Our technologies enable customers in research, defense, homeland security, and industrial markets to solve their most complex challenges with accuracy and reliability.

AMT combines renowned brands such as ORTEC, Amptek, and Sunpower, delivering differentiated solutions for applications ranging from radiation detection and semiconductor analysis to cryogenic cooling systems. As a cleared defense contractor, AMT also supports U.S. government programs with custom products and services. With a strong culture of innovation and operational excellence, AMT continues to expand globally, leveraging decades of expertise to drive advancements in safety, security, and scientific discovery.

Visit Us Online

• www.ametek.com
• www.ortec-online.com
• www.sunpowerinc.com
• www.ameteksi.com
• www.ortec-online.com/innoriid
• www.amptek.com

Compensation

Employee Type: Hourly

Currency: USD

Salary Minimum: 40,000

Salary Maximum: 50,000

Incentive: No

Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5 billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500. Visit https://www.ametek.com/careers for more information.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 [phone].