Repair Technician I

Futaba Corporation; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Futaba Corporation in Huntsville, AL seeks a skilled Repair Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain electronic assemblies. You will use meters, oscilloscopes, and test equipment to ensure product quality and reliability. The role emphasizes precise soldering, meticulous documentation, and cross-functional teamwork.

Join a collaborative team focused on excellence, continuous learning, and customer satisfaction. This position offers growth opportunities in a dynamic factory environment.

Qualifications

• GED or HS diploma; 2 years electronics related work experience or training.
• J-Standard or IPC-A-610 certification.
• Lead-free and fine pitch soldering experience preferred.
• Intermediate MS Office skills (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Analyze and troubleshoot production failures to the component level using schematics and test equipment.
• Perform rework including solder touchup and component replacement to meet specifications.
• Document rework in the tracking system.
• Communicate issues and trends with production, engineering, and quality departments.
• Assist in other duties as assigned.

Skills

Soldering capabilities

Reading comprehension

Verbal communication

Teamwork

Education

GED or HS diploma

IPC-A-610 / J-Standard certification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Description

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Repair Technician to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a variety of equipment and systems to ensure optimal performance and customer satisfaction. If you have a strong technical background and a passion for problem-solving, and become part of our dynamic organization.

Position Summary:

The Repair Technician is a part of the Production Team at the Huntsville Factory. Through the use of various testing equipment, this position is responsible for trouble shooting and repair of component electronic assemblies, generation of reports, as well as assisting in identification and resolution of issues within the production process.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Analyze and troubleshoot production failures to the component level using assembly schematics and various test equipment: Multi meters, oscilloscopes, and custom function test equipment.

• Perform rework including solder touchup and component replacement such that the assembly functions properly and meets specified requirements.
• Document rework that is performed in the tracking system.
• Communicates issues / trends with production, engineering, and quality departments as needed.
• All other duties as assigned by management to ensure the success of Futaba.

Experience and Educational Requirements:

• GED required. Prefer HS diploma and 2 years in electronics related work experience and/or training.
• J-Standard or IPC-A-610 certification.
• Lead free and fine pitch soldering experience preferred.
• Intermediate MS Office skills, specifically Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Minimum Skills, Knowledge & Ability Requirements:

• Reading Comprehension: Ability to read, comprehend and execute work instructions. Interpretation skills related to drawings, schematics, and bill of material (BOM).
• Soldering capabilities through whole and surface mount components.
• Verbal communication skills: Ability to effectively communicate information in one‑on‑one and small group situations to other employees and management.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

The noise level in the work environment is generally moderate.

Physical & Mental Requirements:

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

1. Physical activity requires standing, walking (or otherwise be mobile), reaching, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, feeling, repetitive motions, talking and hearing.
2. Frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
3. Occasionally required to sit, climb, or balance.
4. Employees must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
5. Visual requirements are for close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Join our team and enjoy a collaborative work environment that values innovation, continuous learning, and professional growth. We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for advancement in a company committed to excellence and customer satisfaction.