R&D Test Hardware & Calibration Specialist

United Radio Services; Town of De Witt (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

United Radio Services is seeking a Maintenance/Calibration Technician to develop test hardware and maintain equipment used for testing electronic products. The candidate will read schematics, work with CAD/DipTrace software, and perform soldering and mechanical assembly tasks.

The role involves maintaining a service equipment database, coordinating calibration schedules, and ensuring compliance with company policies and quality systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; 12 months related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 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) and mechanical and electrical assembly.

Responsibilities

• Develop test hardware to align or test 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, including 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.
• Coordinate 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.

Job description

United Radio Services is seeking a Maintenance/Calibration Technician to develop test hardware and maintain equipment used for testing electronic products. The candidate will read schematics, work with CAD/DipTrace software, and perform soldering and mechanical assembly tasks.

The role involves maintaining a service equipment database, coordinating calibration schedules, and ensuring compliance with company policies and quality systems.