Electronics Technician

908 Devices; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

908 Devices is seeking an Electronics Technician to support assembly, testing, and maintenance of advanced electronic systems in Burlington, MA. The candidate will assemble PCBs, perform debugging, and maintain high-quality standards.

This position requires expert soldering skills, capability in interpreting technical documentation, and experience with electronic test equipment. The salary range is expected to be between $75,000 and $90,000 annually, depending on individual factors.

Qualifications

• Experience using digital multimeters and laboratory power supplies.
• J‑STD‑001 and/or IPC‑A‑610 training or certification.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assemble PCB assemblies and perform rework tasks.
• Support characterization and troubleshooting efforts.
• Create and maintain production documentation.

Skills

Expert soldering, PCB assembly, and rework skills

Strong cable assembly and wire harness fabrication

Ability to interpret schematics, assembly drawings, and technical documentation

Basic board and system-level debugging skills

High attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship

Education

Associate degree in Electronics Technology or related field

Tools

Standard electronic test equipment

Microsoft Office

Job description

Reporting to the Electrical Engineering Manager, the Electronics Technician will join a growing engineering team supporting the assembly, testing, debug, and maintenance of advanced electronic systems used in our handheld mass spectrometry products. This role is responsible for applying the team's latest electrical developments to fielded products, production test systems, and research platforms.

The Electronics Technician will work closely with engineers to assemble and characterize prototype and production hardware, support failure analysis activities, and contribute to improving product reliability and manufacturing yield. The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, hands‑on, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced R&D and production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble surface‑mount and through‑hole printed circuit board assemblies.
• Perform PCB rework, including fine‑pitch component replacement.
• Assemble discrete wire cable assemblies.
• Construct and maintain R&D prototype systems and production test fixtures.
• Perform testing and basic debugging of production PCB assemblies and electronic subsystems.
• Support characterization and troubleshooting efforts using standard electronic test equipment.
• Create and maintain production documentation and records.
• Maintain Quality Management System documentation and support process compliance activities.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to support new product introduction and continuous improvement efforts.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Expert soldering, PCB assembly, and rework skills including fine‑pitch SMD and through‑hole components.
• Strong cable assembly and wire harness fabrication experience.
• J‑STD‑001 and/or IPC‑A‑610 training or certification.
• Ability to interpret schematics, assembly drawings, and technical documentation.
• Experience using standard electronic test equipment such as digital multimeters and laboratory power supplies.
• Basic board and system‑level debugging and troubleshooting skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and similar productivity applications.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with subassembly integration and box‑build assembly.
• Experience supporting R&D laboratory organization including management of tools, equipment, and electronic components.
• Familiarity with task management and product life cycle management software (Jira, Arena, etc.).

Education & Experience

• Associate degree in Electronics Technology or related technical field, or equivalent hands‑on industry experience.

Additional Information

• Location: This position is based out of our Burlington, MA headquarters.
• Compensation: The annualized base pay range for this position at the commencement of employment is expected to be between $75,000 and $90,000 per year; the base pay offered may vary depending on several individualized factors, including market location, job‑related skills, and experience. This position may also be eligible to receive additional compensation, such as an annual incentive bonus, sales commission, or long‑term incentives.

908 Devices does not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non‑merit factors.