Electronics Test Technician

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 61,427,000 - 91,328,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is seeking an experienced Electronics Test Technician to join the Avionics team in Poway, CA. You will set up, run, and analyze tests, diagnose faults, and repair electronic assemblies using schematics, drawings, and publications.

You will operate test equipment such as DMMs, oscilloscopes, power supplies, and signal generators, and help train other technicians while ensuring accuracy and safety. A DoD clearance is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 1+ years in test/experimental operations.
• Training in test operations typically from military or technical schools desirable.
• Ability to work on systems with unusual conditions (high pressure, high voltage, high energy, cryogens, or radioactive materials).
• Knowledge of basic electronics (Ohm’s Law, OP-Amp, AD/DC converter).
• Familiarity with RF components and reading technical manuals.

Responsibilities

• Set up, perform, and analyze tests per pre-arranged product procedures and record results.
• Analyze and diagnose faults to system level.
• Repair electronics using schematics, drawings, wire diagrams, and publications.
• Operate test equipment (DMMs, O-scopes, power supplies, signal generators) for analysis and repair.
• Troubleshoot and repair electronic assemblies and circuits.
• Assist team members and escalate complex issues to Supervisor.
• Provide guidance and training to Electronics Test Technicians on procedures and techniques.
• Oversee use of materials and tools to maximize efficiency.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Electronics

DMMs

O-scopes

RF systems

Troubleshooting

Communication

Team player

DoD clearance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Oscilloscope

Voltmeter

Digital multimeter

Function Generator

LabVIEW

ICD 2/3/4

CPLD

J-link

Job description

Job Summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

Job Summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

If you are an experienced Electronics Test Technician, we are looking for you to join our Avionics team!

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Set up, perform, and analyze experiments and tests according to pre-arranged product test procedures and record results and findings into product test records.
• Analyze and diagnose faults in the operational configuration of electronics systems and equipment to the system level.
• Working knowledge of electronic schematics, mechanical drawings, wire diagrams, block diagrams, and technical publications to repair electronic assemblies.
• Capable of operating test equipment such as; digital multi-meters (DMMs), O-scopes, power supplies, and signal generators to accomplish specific tasks such as analysis, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Proficient at troubleshooting and repair of electrical, electronic and integrated circuits to the component.
• Assist team members in resolving technical challenges and escape complex issues to Supervisor when necessary.
• Provides guidance and training to Electronics Test Technicians in establishing operation, maintenance, and inspection procedures and techniques.
• Oversee the appropriate use of materials, test equipment, and tools to maximize efficiency.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications

• Typically requires high school diploma or equivalent with one or more years of experience.
• Training and/or experience in test or experimental operations normally acquired in the military or technical schools desirable.
• Ability and willingness to work on systems which have unusual conditions such as high pressure, high voltage, high energy, cryogens, or radioactive materials.
• Knowledge of basic Electronics: Ohm’s Law, OP-Amp circuit, AD/DC converter.
• Knowledge of computer operations and applications pertinent to the field required.
• Knowledge using equipment: Oscilloscope, Voltmeter, Digital multimeter, Function Generator, Labview, Programming (ICD 2/3/4, CPLD, and J-link)
• A strong understanding of RF systems and communications.
• Knowledge of RF components like amplifiers, filters, oscillators, and mixers.
• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot RF system issues.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals.
• High attention to detail.
• Remain flexible as orders from management change.
• Good Communication skills.
• Good Attitude.
• Team player.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Security clearance is required.

Job Type: Full-Time Hourly
Salary range: 44,590 - 66,295