Electronic Technician – Test & Assembly

Gurley Precision Instruments; City of Troy (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare insurance

Paid time off

Retirement savings plan

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

Gurley Precision Instruments in Troy, New York, seeks an experienced Electronic Technician for test and assembly of precision electro-mechanical instruments. You will assemble, test, calibrate, troubleshoot, and repair complex equipment, building prototypes from drawings and engineering concepts.

The role requires 5+ years in electronics, strong schematic reading, and expertise with analog/digital electronics.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electronics Technology or equivalent preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in electronics assembly, testing, troubleshooting, repair, and calibration.
• Strong knowledge of analog and digital electronics.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, engineering drawings, and technical documentation.
• Experience assembling precision electro-mechanical and electro-optical equipment.
• Proficiency using electronic diagnostic and measurement equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, adjust, calibrate, and test precision encoder and electro-optical instruments.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical, electronic, optical, and mechanical issues on production and prototype units.
• Perform final adjustments to ensure products meet quality, performance, and accuracy standards.
• Build prototype units from sketches, verbal instructions, and engineering concepts.
• Modify, fabricate, and repair electronic circuits and assemblies for engineering and production applications.
• Develop tooling, fixtures, and procedures to support new products and manufacturing improvements.
• Build electrical test fixtures for new products with minimal engineering direction.
• Coordinate prototype parts, special orders, and vendor-supplied components to ensure timely completion of projects.
• Assemble mechanical subassemblies and complete final instrument assembly.
• Perform repairs and troubleshooting on customer instruments, including custom prototype equipment with limited documentation.
• Use engineering software to document, troubleshoot, and maintain prototype information.
• Operate electronic and precision test equipment, including oscilloscopes, signal generators, frequency counters, laser interferometers, and other diagnostic instruments.
• Source replacement parts and coordinate material needs for production and repair work.
• Train and mentor assembly personnel in assembly techniques, alignment, phasing, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Work closely with Engineering and Manufacturing teams to support new product development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Independently resolve electrical and mechanical problems on both prototype and production units.

Skills

Analog electronics

Digital electronics

Schematic reading

Independent work

Problem solving

Education

Associate degree in Electronics Technology

Tools

Oscilloscope

Signal generator

Frequency counter

Laser interferometer

Multimeter

Job description

Job Title -Electronic Technician – Test & Assembly

Workplace Type –One-Site

Job Location -Troy, New York

Job Type -Full Time – Union

Department -Manufacturing / Production

Rate -$20.00 - $23.00

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Electronic Technician to join our manufacturing team. This hands-on position is responsible for the assembly, testing, calibration, troubleshooting, repair, and modification of precision electro-mechanical and electronic instruments. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated problem solver with extensive experience in electronics, prototype development, and precision assembly who can work independently with minimal engineering direction.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble, adjust, calibrate, and test precision encoder and electro-optical instruments.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical, electronic, optical, and mechanical issues on production and prototype units.
• Perform final adjustments to ensure products meet quality, performance, and accuracy standards.
• Build prototype units from sketches, verbal instructions, and engineering concepts.
• Modify, fabricate, and repair electronic circuits and assemblies for engineering and production applications.
• Develop tooling, fixtures, and procedures to support new products and manufacturing improvements.
• Build electrical test fixtures for new products with minimal engineering direction.
• Coordinate prototype parts, special orders, and vendor-supplied components to ensure timely completion of projects.
• Assemble mechanical subassemblies and complete final instrument assembly.
• Perform repairs and troubleshooting on customer instruments, including custom prototype equipment with limited documentation.
• Use engineering software to document, troubleshoot, and maintain prototype information.
• Operate electronic and precision test equipment, including oscilloscopes, signal generators, frequency counters, laser interferometers, and other diagnostic instruments.
• Source replacement parts and coordinate material needs for production and repair work.
• Train and mentor assembly personnel in assembly techniques, alignment, phasing, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Work closely with Engineering and Manufacturing teams to support new product development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Independently resolve electrical and mechanical problems on both prototype and production units.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electronics Technology or equivalent technical education preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in electronics assembly, testing, troubleshooting, repair, and calibration.
• Strong knowledge of analog and digital electronics.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, engineering drawings, and technical documentation.
• Experience assembling precision electro-mechanical and electro-optical equipment.
• Proficiency using electronic diagnostic and measurement equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with prototype development and custom instrumentation.
• Experience designing or building test fixtures.
• Soldering and PCB repair experience.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement practices.
• Experience mentoring or training technicians.

Benefits: We offer a benefits package, including healthcare insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, retirement savings plan and opportunities for professional growth.