Senior Electronic Repair & Test Systems Technician

KOB Solutions, Inc.; Oskaloosa (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

KOB Solutions, Inc. is seeking an experienced electronics technician to troubleshoot, repair, and analyze returned products. You will perform component-level repairs, collect data, and mentor junior staff while aiding test-system development and protocol documentation.

Collaborating with product development teams, you will contribute to design improvements and help sustain reliable repair processes in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or military electronics training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in component-level troubleshooting and repair of electronic products.
• Experience soldering both fine-pitch SMT and through-hole PCB assemblies.
• Experience working with microprocessor- and microcontroller-based products.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing analog circuits.
• Experience with switching power supplies preferred.
• IPC soldering certification (IPC-J-STD-001 and/or IPC 7711/7721) preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical circuits to the component level using schematics and test equipment such as oscilloscopes and multimeters.
• Ability to solder both through-hole and fine-pitch surface mount components.
• Working knowledge of lab safety practices.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with a willingness to learn and take initiative.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to mentor junior technicians.
• Basic proficiency in MS Windows and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot failures and perform root-cause analysis on returned electronic products.
• Perform component-level repairs on returned devices.
• Collect repair data and maintain an accurate repair database.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to less experienced technicians.
• Assist with the design, construction, and maintenance of test fixtures and systems, including hardware, software, and mechanical components.
• Support the development and documentation of troubleshooting protocols.
• Provide feedback to product development teams for design improvements and enhancements.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Education

Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Soldering equipment (through-hole & SMT)

Test fixtures development tools

MS Windows

MS Office

Job description

KOB Solutions, Inc. is seeking an experienced electronics technician to troubleshoot, repair, and analyze returned products. You will perform component-level repairs, collect data, and mentor junior staff while aiding test-system development and protocol documentation.

Collaborating with product development teams, you will contribute to design improvements and help sustain reliable repair processes in a fast-paced environment.