Final Test Technician: Precision Instrument Calibration

Quantum Design, Inc.; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Quantum Design, Inc. seeks a Final Test Technician to perform final testing and calibration of advanced scientific instruments before shipment. You will set up and operate QD systems, verify performance, and collaborate with engineers to meet quality standards.

Minimum one year in a testing environment is required; associate degree preferred. Onsite in San Diego, shift 6:00 AM–2:30 PM, hourly pay range $24–$35. Proficiency with Excel and LabVIEW is desirable.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in a testing environment, laboratory setting, or experimental operations.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Familiarity with using standard tools and electronic equipment such as hand tools, digital multimeters, leak checkers, torque drivers, wrenches, and computers for assembly, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Computer skills including proficiency with Excel.
• Associate's degree in a technical field (preferred).
• Experience with LabVIEW (preferred).
• Experience reading engineering drawings (preferred).
• Excellent teamwork and interpersonal communication skills.
• Aptitude for analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to work under pressure when meeting tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Verify magnet operation, temperature control, and system stability within design specifications.
• Provide feedback on manufacturability and serviceability of systems based on test observations.
• Assist in developing automated test scripts or updating test procedures.
• Uses standardized tools and electronic equipment (i.e., hand tools, computers, multimeters, leak checkers) to assemble/install/remove or perform testing and troubleshooting.
• Interfaces with engineers to support special tests and experiments with detailed instructions.
• Operates specialized laboratory equipment.
• Sets up moderately complex tests and calibrates equipment prior to shipment.
• Identifies operation or equipment problems and reports defects.
• Collects and summarizes test data and collaborates with engineers to understand deficiencies.
• Inventories and stage parts for product shipments.
• Follow written test procedures and instructions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in a technical field

Tools

Digital multimeters

Leak checkers

Torque drivers

Wrenches

Computers

Job description

Quantum Design, Inc. seeks a Final Test Technician to perform final testing and calibration of advanced scientific instruments before shipment. You will set up and operate QD systems, verify performance, and collaborate with engineers to meet quality standards.

Minimum one year in a testing environment is required; associate degree preferred. Onsite in San Diego, shift 6:00 AM–2:30 PM, hourly pay range $24–$35. Proficiency with Excel and LabVIEW is desirable.