Flying Probe Test Technician - Assembly

Hppmf; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Hughes Circuits Inc. in San Marcos, CA is seeking a detail-oriented Flying Probe/Test Technician to support testing and validation of PCBAs in a fast-paced electronics environment.

You will operate flying probe test equipment, troubleshoot faults, and ensure products meet specifications before shipment. The role involves testing/reworking PCBAs to component level, using IPC references, reading schematics and ASCII programming files, and employing soldering and test equipment such as DMMs,

Qualifications

• Reads, writes, comprehends and communicates in English.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of experience testing PCBAs in electronics manufacturing.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for assembly defects and electrical failures.
• Comfortable on a fast-paced production floor.
• Detail-oriented with good instruction-following ability.
• Willingness to learn in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and program flying probe test systems for in-circuit and functional testing of PCBAs.
• Set up and optimize test programs using CAD data, assembly drawings, and BOMs.
• Identify and troubleshoot defects including opens, shorts, polarity issues, missing/incorrect components, and solder defects.
• Interpret schematics, PCB layouts, drawings, and test reports to determine root causes of failures.
• Clearly communicate test failures to assembly, rework and engineering teams to support timely corrective action.
• Verify reworked assemblies and confirm effectiveness of corrective actions.
• Support first article builds, new product introductions (NPI), and pilot production runs.
• Document test results, defects, and trends within MES and quality systems.
• Assist in improving test coverage, yield, and overall production throughput.
• Maintain compliance with ESD controls, safety protocols, and 5S standards.
• Follow all company policies and procedures.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Flying probe tester

Soldering irons

Hot air rework station

DMM

Oscilloscope

Logic analyzer

Job description

Department: Assembly
Reports To: Test Manager
Position Type: Onsite - Full-time [40 hours per week]
Shift Days: Monday - Friday
Shift Hours:5:00 am - 1:30 pm
Hourly Rate: $20 - $28 based on experience

Position Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Flying Probe/Test Technician at Hughes Circuits Inc. to support the testing and validation of printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs) in a fast-paced electronic manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for operating flying probe test equipment, troubleshooting electrical faults, and ensuring products meet quality and functional requirements before shipment.

The test technician is responsible for testing/reworking of PCBAs down to the component level to ensure conformance to established specifications. Ability to use IPC, and ASCII files for programming, read schematics, drawings, and related documents. Ability to use soldering/ test equipment (ie: soldering irons, HOT AIR rework stations, DMM, Oscilloscope, and Logic Analyzer)

Responsibilities

• Operate and program flying probe test systems for in-circuit and functional testing of PCBAs
• Set up and optimize test programs using CAD data, assembly drawings, and BOMs
• Identify and troubleshoot defects including opens, shorts, polarity issues, missing/incorrect components, and solder defects
• Interpret schematics, PCB layouts, assembly drawings, and test reports to determine root causes of failures
• Clearly communicate test failures to assembly, rework, and engineering teams to support timely corrective action
• Verify reworked assemblies and confirm effectiveness of corrective actions
• Support first article builds, new product introductions (NPI), and pilot production runs
• Document test results, defects, and trends within MES and quality systems
• Assist in improving test coverage, yield, and overall production throughput
• Maintain compliance with ESD controls, safety protocols, and 5S standards
• Follow all company policies and procedures
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Able to read, write, comprehend, and communicate in English
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years of experience testing PCBAs in an electronic assembly or manufacturing environments
• Strong troubleshooting skills related to assembly defects and electrical failures
• Comfortable working on the production floor in a fast-paced assembly setting
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and work effectively in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating flying probe test equipment
• Familiarity with SMT and through-hole assembly processes
• Experience with rework verification and failure analysis feedback loops
• Basic knowledge of IPC J-STD-001 and/or IPC-A-610 standards for electronic assembly

Other Skills and Cultural Fit

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a team
• Positive attitude and a commitment to continuous improvement
• Ability to take constructive feedback and apply it to enhance performance
• Flexibility to adapt to changing production schedules and priorities

Required Internal Training

• HCI Orientation
• All pertaining process procedures that relate to job function

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, and sit. The employee is frequently required to use hand to finger, handle, or feel objects, and tools. The employee is required to frequently reach with hands and arms, manipulate parts in repetitive motions; stoop, kneel; and talk to hear.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perceptions, and the ability to adjust focus.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to vibration. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to the risk of electrical shock.
The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud.

IMPORTANT

If offer of employment is made it will be contingent upon passing all of the following: E-Verify, Background Check, ITAR and U.S. Export Compliance Screening.

Access to our facility (and, therefore, employment) is restricted under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR) to U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, U.S. refugees, asylees or temporary residents under amnesty provisions [as defined in 8 USC 1324b(a)(3)] and properly licensed foreign persons. Additionally, potential employee’s names will be screened against the Consolidated Screening List (maintained by the United States government) to determine eligibility to receive technical data.

Hughes Circuits is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

Hughes Circuits Inc.,
546 S. Pacific St
San Marcos, CA 92078