Electronic Test Technician

Stellant Systems, Inc.; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 48,216; Full time

Job summary

Stellant Systems, Inc. in Torrance, CA is seeking an Electronic Test Technician to test space-qualified power control units and related power supplies.

You will set up specialized test equipment, perform automated tests, and assist engineering in equipment design and checkout. The ideal candidate has at least three years of electronics testing experience, preferably with high-voltage supplies, a related associate degree, and strong reading of schematics and data sheets.

Qualifications

• Three years of electronics test experience, preferably with high-voltage power supplies, plus an associate's degree in electronics or equivalent.
• Experience using digital oscilloscopes, digital meters, current amplifiers and probes, differential probes, thermal chambers, and related test equipment.
• Must be able to read schematics, drawings, engineering specs, data sheets, and wiring diagrams, plus verbal and written instructions.
• Thorough knowledge of safety practices when working with high voltage.
• Effective communication to provide status and reports on troubleshooting and unit status.
• Ability to lift items over 50 lbs and assist in moving test bays.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate test equipment, computers, and related gear to perform manual and automated performance and environmental tests on space-qualified power control units.
• Troubleshoot hardware to the component level, including teardown, resistor selection, and wire/component checks.
• Support test anomaly investigations as needed.
• Handle test data management, including data collection, evaluation, and documentation.
• Assist engineering with design, procurement, build, checkout of test equipment, testing software, and review of test procedures.

Skills

Electronics testing

High-voltage power supplies

Oscilloscopes

Electrical safety

Schematics reading

Troubleshooting

Communication

Heavy lifting

Education

Associate's degree in electronics

Tools

Digital oscilloscopes

Digital multimeters

Current amplifiers

Probes

Thermal chambers

Job description

Salary: $30-$35/hr DOE

Job Title: Electronic Test Technician

Job Location: Torrance, CA

Overview

We currently have an opportunity for an ELECTRONIC TEST TECHNICIAN at our Torrance, California location to test power supplies and power-related units used with satellite propulsion products.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate specialized and commercial test equipment, computers and related equipment to perform manual and automated performance and environmental tests on space-qualified power control units.
• Troubleshoot hardware and equipment to the component level by carrying out activities ranging from minor unit manipulations through complete tear-downs, selecting resistors for installation, and conducting wire and component checks.
• Support test anomaly investigations when necessary.
• Perform test data management activities including data collection, evaluation, and documentation.
• Assist engineering staff members in the design, procurement, build, and check-out of test equipment, testing and evaluation of software, and review of test procedures.

Qualifications

• You will need at least three years of electronics test experience, preferably with high-voltage power supplies, along with an associate's degree in electronics or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Other qualifications that will enable you to perform successfully in this position include:
• Working experience using digital oscilloscopes, digital meters, current amplifiers and probes, differential probes, thermal chambers, and other common test equipment.
• Must be able to work from schematics, drawings, engineering specifications, data sheets, wiring diagrams, and verbal and written instructions.
• Thorough knowledge of safety practices utilized when working with high voltage.
• Effective communication skills are necessary to provide status and reports regarding troubleshooting findings on failed units and general unit status.
• The ability to lift items weighing over 50 lbs. and assist in the movement of test bays is necessary.

Stellant Systems is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local law. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S. (e.g. Green Card holder), or a protected individual as defined by the International Traffic in Arm Regulations (ITAR).