Embedded Test Technician – Drones and Robotics (Irvine)

DATAMTX LLC; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

DATAMTX LLC in Irvine, CA is seeking a Test Technician to work on hardware on the manufacturing floor. You will execute test procedures, flash embedded firmware, troubleshoot assemblies to component level, and keep testing infrastructure running smoothly.

Responsibilities include End-of-Line and incoming quality testing on microelectronics and autonomous hardware; loading software/firmware onto MCUs/SoCs; diagnosing electromechanical issues; documenting yields; and maintaining lab calibration

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Associate Degree in Electronics Technology, Avionics, Robotics, or a related field.
• 2–5+ years hands-on experience in aerospace, defense, or robotics manufacturing.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform End-of-Line (EOL), incoming quality inspection, and sub-system functional testing on microelectronics, pressure vessels, or autonomous hardware.
• Load, configure, and verify software, microcode, and firmware versions onto microcontrollers, SoCs, and memory modules.
• Diagnose complex electromechanical and PCBA issues down to the component level; perform fine-pitch soldering, wire harness repair, and PCBA rework.
• Execute step-by-step test instructions, document yield failures in ticketing/tracking systems, and provide feedback to engineers to improve SOPs.
• Maintain lab equipment, manage tool calibration schedules, maintain safety standards, and keep ESD/5S compliant work areas.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Lab safety

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or Associate Degree (Electronics Technology, Avionics, Robotics)

Tools

DMMs

Oscilloscopes

Function generators

Bench power supplies

Harness testing tools

Job description

DATAMTX LLC in Irvine, CA is seeking a Test Technician to work on hardware on the manufacturing floor. You will execute test procedures, flash embedded firmware, troubleshoot assemblies to component level, and keep testing infrastructure running smoothly.

Responsibilities include End-of-Line and incoming quality testing on microelectronics and autonomous hardware; loading software/firmware onto MCUs/SoCs; diagnosing electromechanical issues; documenting yields; and maintaining lab calibration