Electronics Technician: Precision Space & Defense Testing

Trident Systems Inc.; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 38,572 - 73,012; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Spending accounts

Paid time off

Holidays

401(k)

Leaves

Annual bonus

Job summary

Trident Systems Inc. in Chantilly, VA seeks an Electronics Technician to perform functional, operational, and environmental testing of electronic assemblies for space and defense systems.

You will execute standardized test procedures, document results, troubleshoot basic issues, and ensure hardware meets performance and quality requirements. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, hands-on, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, team-based manufacturing environment with opportunities across 1st,

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 4 years of related experience or 2 years post-secondary / Associate Degree with 0-2 years prior related experience.
• Experience handling electronics or printed circuit assemblies and electrical test.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new/proprietary software in a timely manner.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual or automated functional testing, operational and environmental tests to verify performance and reliability of production assemblies.
• Follow written instructions to execute tasking in a standard and repeatable manner.
• Setup and break down testing work area using basic electro‑mechanical skills.
• Determine test outcomes, record results, and recognise when to elevate issues.
• Recommend corrections or improvements to test procedures and processes.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects.
• Use meters and tools including multimeters and signal generators.
• Identify problems in straightforward situations.
• Work in a team-based environment with attention to accuracy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Electronics testing

Teamwork

Detail oriented

Learn new software

Outlook/Word/Excel

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

4+ years related experience

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Multimeters

Signal generators

Test equipment

Job description

Trident Systems Inc. in Chantilly, VA seeks an Electronics Technician to perform functional, operational, and environmental testing of electronic assemblies for space and defense systems.

You will execute standardized test procedures, document results, troubleshoot basic issues, and ensure hardware meets performance and quality requirements. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, hands-on, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, team-based manufacturing environment with opportunities across 1st,