R&D Fabrication Specialist

United Radio; City of Syracuse (NY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

United Radio in Syracuse, NY is seeking a maintenance technician to develop test hardware and manage calibration of test equipment. You will fabricate hardware, repair wiring and PCB assemblies, and maintain service databases, ensuring equipment remains calibrated and functional.

The role requires CAD knowledge (AutoCAD, DipTrace), soldering skills (through-hole and SMD), and strong mechanical abilities to support electrical testing and assembly tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with at least 12 months related experience or training.
• Knowledge of CAD software such as AutoCAD and PCB design software such as DipTrace.
• Ability to read electronic schematics and PCB drawings.
• Soldering skills including through-hole and SMD soldering.
• Mechanical skills including machining (drilling, milling, etc.) and electrical assembly.
• Ability to read, analyze, and write service reports.

Responsibilities

• Develop test hardware to align or test electronic products per manufacturer requirements.
• Maintain and repair current equipment, wiring harnesses, cables and connectors used for service and testing.
• Fabricate new hardware, including machining, PCB population, wiring, and final assembly.
• Maintain the service equipment database and calibrate equipment.
• Review equipment for service or calibration needs and schedule accordingly.
• Coordinate calibration and service of test equipment in-house or at outside labs.
• Comply with United Radio policies and quality systems.
• Perform related duties as requested.

Skills

Soldering skills

Reading schematics

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

AutoCAD

DipTrace

Job description

Work with R&D department to develop and fabricate new test equipment and maintain current equipment. Maintain the control system utilized to track equipment status, provide notification as to maintenance and calibration requirements, and arrange for necessary calibration and servicing of equipment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Develop test hardware to be used for aligning or testing functionality of electronic products as per manufacturer’s requirements.

Maintain and repair current equipment, wiring harnesses, cables and connectors used for service and testing of electronic equipment.

Fabricate new hardware, including machining, PCB population, wiring, and final assembly.

Maintain the service equipment database. This includes labeling, assignment, service and calibration of equipment.

Review equipment regularly for equipment due for service or calibration.

Coordinate calibration schedules with General Manager and Functional Manager.

Coordinates calibration and service of test equipment, both in-house and outside labs.

Comply with United Radio's policies and procedures, and quality systems.

Perform related duties as requested.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma; general education degree (GED); a minimum for 12 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge of computer-assisted design software, such as AutoCAD, and electronic schematics / PCB design software, such as DipTrace. Ability to read electronic schematics and PCB drawings. Soldering skills, including though-hole and SMD soldering. Mechanical skills, including machining (drilling, milling, etc.), mechanical and electrical assembly.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret service manuals and schematics. Ability to read, interpret, and write reports. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of employees, managers, and customers.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, see trends, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to deal with abstract and concrete variables.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Personal Characteristics: Ability to prioritize duties and responsibilities. Able to give and take direction and complete tasks in a timely manner. Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively to a wide variety of people in person and on the telephone. Must have basic computer skills.

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 the essential functions.

The employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

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 the essential functions.

The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud. This is a non-smoking environment.