PCB Flying Probe Test Technician - Early Shift

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

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,