Electronics Test Technician

Indra Group USA; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Indra Group USA in Overland Park, KS is seeking an electronics technician to use a variety of tools and equipment to align, test, troubleshoot, and repair electronic devices.

Responsibilities include repairing units to component level, determining root causes, and performing rework with documentation to meet production acceptance criteria.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of RF circuit theory.
• Experience working with Electronic Test Equipment (Hardware and Software).

Responsibilities

• Repair units to the component level that fail production acceptance testing.
• Determine root cause of failure.
• Perform rework to eliminate root cause(s).
• Retest the reworked unit, passing production acceptance testing to the same level criteria as a non-reworked unit.
• Appropriately balance amount of time invested troubleshooting with the board value/BOM cost.
• Maintain required documentation on all activities.

Skills

RF circuit theory

Troubleshooting

Electronic test equipment usage

Education

AA Degree in Electronics Technology

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Spectrum analyzers

Power meters

Job description

PROOF OF U.S. CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED

Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM; Friday, 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM

SUMMARY

Use a variety of tools and equipment to align, test, troubleshoot, and repair electronic devices.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Repair units to the component level that fail production acceptance testing.
• Determine root cause of failure.
• Perform rework to eliminate root cause(s).
• Retest the reworked unit, passing production acceptance testing to the same level criteria as a non-reworked unit.
• Appropriately balance amount of time invested troubleshooting with the board value/BOM cost (collaborate with supervisor & engineering on when to scrap, etc.).
• Maintain required documentation on all activities.

Testing:

• Ensure workstation is in proper working order (clean, well-lit, tools ready, personal protective equipment applied, etc.).
• Review paperwork such as BOMs, Work Orders, wiring charts, engineering drawings, diagrams, etc. for each project.
• Follow all established test procedures for Navigation Aids (NAVAIDS), Surveillance Radios, and other products.
• Perform tests on Digital, Analog, and RF Circuits down to the component level or up to the top system level.
• Perform testing on a variety of parts, pieces, components, sub-assemblies, assemblies, modules, and systems.
• Perform a variety of test types including pre-tests and final acceptance tests.
• Use a variety of Electronic Test Hardware: Multimeters & Digital Multimeters, Power Meters, Oscilloscopes (100 MHz - 2 GHz), Frequency Counters (2 GHz), Spectrum & Vector Signal Analyzers (2-6 GHz), Network Analyzers (1.5 GHz), Signal Generators (Vector, Pulse, or Function), Peak & Average Power Meters, Commercial Off-the-Shelf Test Equipment (COTS), etc.
• Verify systems and sub-systems meet industry and customer specifications.
• Meet deadlines per agreed-upon Scope of Work documentation to ensure timely product delivery.
• Interface with Engineering and Production departments for product reliability.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of RF circuit theory.
• Experience working with Electronic Test Equipment (Hardware and Software).

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• AA Degree in Electronics Technology or equivalent is desired.
• Minimum 18 months of experience in testing avionics or similar equipment is desired.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in the assembly, test, troubleshooting, and repair of digital, analog, and RF circuits to the component level preferred.
• Knowledge of IPC-A-610 and IPC-7711/7721 workmanship standards preferred.

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to pass a U.S. government background check investigation.
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position.
• Lifting of heavy test equipment and systems up to 50 lbs individually.
• Appropriate manual dexterity needed to work with a variety of hand tools.
• Vision correctable to 20/20, with no color blindness or color vision deficiency.
• May involve long periods of standing on one's feet.
• For successful performance of this job, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the general knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.