Electronic Test Technician

6AM City, LLC; Georgia; On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

6AM City, LLC in Georgia seeks a skilled Electronics Test Technician to inspect, test and rework electronic components and assemblies. You will use test equipment to program and verify parts, read schematics, and support production with failure analysis and debugging.

The role requires SMD and through-hole soldering, and adherence to IPC 610 standards. Candidates should read and interpret printed instructions and BOMs, work with Windows-based tools, and perform tasks with good manual dexterity

Qualifications

• Familiar with IPC 610 standards or greater.
• Must be able to read and understand both analog and digital circuits schematics.
• Must be knowledgeable using basic troubleshoot equipment (i.e. digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, frequency meter, signal generator).
• Must have good knowledge on using windows based PC’s and windows applications (Linux and Unix is a plus).
• Must be able to rework (solder/desolder) electronic SMD components (including fine pitch and leadless components).
• Must be able to recognize, identify and read values on electronics components.
• Must be able to read and understand printed instructions, diagrams and bills of materials.
• Must have good knowledge on programming various electronic devices (i.e. all types of memories, processors).
• Be able to perform light physical activity performing non-strenuous daily activities of a productive/technical nature.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to reach/handle items, works with the fingers, and perceive attributes of objects and materials

Responsibilities

• Perform testing and programming per provided instructions.
• Perform inspection, identify component values and orientation using documentation.
• Support production with failure analysis, failures repairs, tester set-up and debugging, reduction of false failures and downtime of test equipment.
• Qualify test fixtures, equipment, automated software, and test procedures specific to customer requirements.

Skills

IPC 610 familiarity

Schematic reading

Troubleshooting

Component identification

Reading instructions & BOMs

Programming electronic devices

Manual dexterity

Tools

Oscilloscope

Digital Multimeter

Signal Generator

Frequency Counter

SMD Rework / Soldering

Windows OS proficiency

Job description

Job Description

Job summary

Under limited supervision, perform test, inspect and rework/repair electronic components, surface mount and through hole assemblies, and subassemblies using a variety of test equipment and procedures. Work on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of identifiable factors and a considerable degree of judgment.

Summary of essential job functions

• Perform testing and programming per provided instructions
• Perform inspection, identify component values and orientation using documentation
• Support production with failure analysis, failures repairs, tester set-up and debugging, reduction of false failures and downtime of test equipment.
• Qualify test fixtures, equipment, automated software, and test procedures specific to customer requirements.

Other duties and responsibilities

• Fundamental knowledge of design, operation and components of PCB manufacturing.
• Understanding of general equipment testing, evaluation and calibration techniques
• Through-hole and SMD solder, rework (remove and replace) capability
• Comply with all safety policies, practices and procedures.
• Report all unsafe activities to supervisor and/or Human Resources
• Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve company goals
• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum requirements

• Familiar with IPC 610 standards or greater
• Must be able to read and understand both analog and digital circuits schematics
• Must be knowledgeable using basic troubleshoot equipment (i.e. digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, frequency meter, signal generator)
• Must have good knowledge on using windows based PC’s and windows applications (Linux and Unix is a plus)
• Must be able to rework (solder/desolder) electronic SMD components (including fine pitch and leadless components)
• Must be able to recognize, identify and read values on electronics components
• Must be able to read and understand printed instructions, diagrams and bills of materials
• Must have good knowledge on programming various electronic devices (i.e. all types of memories, processors)
• Be able to perform light physical activity performing non-strenuous daily activities of a productive/technical nature
• Manual dexterity sufficient to reach/handle items, works with the fingers, and perceive attributes of objects and materials

Physical Demands

• Requires sitting
• Requires using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls
• Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable
• Requires wearing common protective or safety equipment