Engineering Test Technician (2nd Shift)

Whippany Actuation Systems LLC; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401K match

Paid time off

Holidays

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Job summary

Whippany Actuation Systems is seeking a Test Technician (2nd Shift) to build, test, diagnose and repair test equipment used in the production and testing of electromechanical actuators and components. The role includes qualification, product acceptance, and validation testing to support production and New Product Introduction.

The ideal candidate holds an Associate’s degree in engineering or electronics (or a high school diploma with 2+ years of technical manufacturing experience) and possesses

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in engineering or electronics; or high school diploma with 2+ years in manufacturing.
• Two years of technical experience.
• Authorized to work in the US.

Responsibilities

• Performs qualification tests per approved procedures and prepares documentation.
• Troubleshoots and repairs test systems or equipment for production and qualification testing.
• Performs acceptance testing of product and troubleshoots to meet criteria.
• Assembles and wires new test rigs per instructions and schematics.
• Performs validation testing of new test equipment.
• Performs vibration and ESS testing on production units.
• Monitors measurements for accuracy and repeatability.
• Prepares technical reports and recommends solutions.
• Performs calibration and coordinates external calibration services.
• Participates in 5S and Lean activities.
• Maintains customer satisfaction with internal and external customers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Soldering

Read schematics

Technical writing

Independence

MS Office

Education

Associate’s degree in engineering or electronics

Tools

ORCAD Schematic Capture

Oscilloscopes

Digital Multimeters

Waveform Generators

Signal Analyzers

Programmable Power Supplies

Environmental Chambers

Vibration Generators

MS Office

Job description

Whippany Actuation Systems is a dynamic aerospace company that designs and manufactures electromechanical actuators and control electronics for commercial and military applications. Recognized as experts in our industry for over 75 years, we are a fully integrated manufacturing company which takes responsibility for the success of our business and acts quickly to implement new ideas and projects to ensure company growth.

We are looking for a Test Technician (2nd Shift) to build, test, diagnose and repair test equipment used in the production and testing of electromechanical actuators and components. In this role you will, perform qualification testing (vibration, thermal, functional, etc.), product acceptance testing and validation testing to support production requirements and New Product Introduction.

In this role, you would typically:

• Performs qualification tests per approved procedures and prepares the required documentation


• Troubleshoots and repairs functional test systems or equipment in support of production and qualification testing


• Performs acceptance testing of product and troubleshoots product as necessary to meet acceptance criteria.


• Assembles and wires new test rigs in accordance with instructions, diagrams and/or schematics


• Performs validation testing of newly introduced test equipment


• Performs vibration and environmental stress screening (ESS) testing on production units


• Monitors all measurements during testing for accuracy and repeatability and determines if values are within expected ranges


• Prepares technical reports summarizing findings and recommends solutions to technical problems


• Performs calibration of custom test systems and components and coordinates activity of outside calibration services


• Participates in 5S and Lean activities


• Maintains a high level of customer satisfaction with both internal and external customers


• Performs other duties as may be assigned

We require:

• Associate’s degree in engineering or electronics discipline (or a high school diploma/GED with a minimum of 2 additional years of technical experience in manufacturing environment)


• Two years’ technical experience


• Authorization to work in the US

Eligibility Requirements:

This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. Whippany Actuation Systems will require proof of status before employment.

We would really like to see:

• Experience operating and troubleshooting test equipment in a manufacturing environment


• Good soldering skills and the ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical assembly drawings


• Must have a proven ability to operate general electronic test equipment such as digital multi-meters (DMMs), oscilloscopes, waveform generators, signal analyzers and programmable power supplies.


• Technical writing skills and ability to generate reports


• Ability to troubleshoot down to the component level


• Knowledge of Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) testing equipment a


• Familiarity with environmental chambers and vibration generators


• Good communication and computer skills, including knowledge of MS Office products , ORCAD Schematic Capture


• Must be a self-starter who can work independently as well as part of a team

Benefits and Compensation:

The pay rate for this position at commencement of employment is $40.00 – 45.00 per hour. If hired, the employee will be in an “at-will position.”

At Whippany Actuation Systems, we believe that our success can only be credited to the hard work and dedication of our employees. To support our employees, we offer a variety of benefit options so they can choose the coverage based on what is important to their unique lifestyle. These include medical, dental, vision, ID protection, legal insurance, pet insurance, tuition assistance program, and an employee assistance program. In addition, we provide 401K with immediate company match, life insurance, AD&D coverage, and short- and long-term disability benefits. Lastly, employees are eligible for generous paid time off including 12 paid holidays, vacation, and sick/personal time.

Our Commitment:

Whippany Actuation Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Full-time/Part-time

Full-time

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