Senior Test Technician

Gavial AB; Goleta (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Gavial Engineering & Manufacturing is seeking a Senior Test Technician to conduct extensive electronic, mechanical, and electro-mechanical tests on systems and subassemblies. You will interact with internal and external customers to optimize test approaches, fixtures, and procedures.

The role supports engineers in developing tests, reviewing diagrams, and certifying equipment, while recording data and generating reports.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Experience with electronic/mechanical/electro-mechanical testing.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers in developing test procedures.
• Review and select test equipment, fixtures, and setup.
• Perform certifications and calibrations of test equipment.
• Test systems under specified environmental conditions; collect data.
• Analyze test results to determine root causes and collaborate on solutions.
• Prepare connection diagrams and wiring lists from schematics.
• Support Gavial's ESD program and related training.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Read electrical schematics

MS Office

LabVIEW (desirable)

Troubleshooting

Education

High School diploma or GED + 15 years experience

2-year Electronics/technical degree

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering/Electronics

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

Digital multimeters

Hi-pot testers

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum analyzers

Frequency meters

Job description

Gavial Engineering & Manufacturing is a contract manufacturer that specializes in the fabrication of high-quality, high-reliability parts and systems. With a wide range of manufacturing, engineering and project management capabilities, Gavial supplies mission-critical equipment to industries that require the highest level of workmanship and quality.

Gavial and its employees are dedicated to delivering the highest level of quality and service to its customers. The Gavial team draws upon decades of experience and knowledge to support some of the most demanding industries. We apply our Quality Assurance program, strong processes, industry knowledge and dedicated people to deliver quality products on time.

The Senior Test Technician conducts a variety of electronic, mechanical, and electro-mechanical tests on electronic systems, subassemblies, and parts to ensure each unit functions according to specifications or to determine the cause of a unit failure. Additionally, this individual interfaces directly with internal and external customers to provide support for test approaches, fixtures and procedures.

Senior Test Technician Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists engineers in the development of test procedures and processes.
• Reviews test procedures, work orders, test manuals, performance specifications, wiring diagrams, and schematics to determine test equipment, test fixtures and setup to be used for functional testing.
• Identifies, justifies and procures new test equipment when needed, and generates standard operating procedures for this equipment.
• Performs internal certifications and calibrations of test equipment per approved procedures.
• Tests functional performance of systems, subassemblies, and parts under specified environmental conditions using test equipment such as digital multi-meters, hi-pot testers, signal generators, frequency meters, spectrum analyzers or oscilloscopes.
• Records test data, compares results with specifications, and generates Non-Conformance Reports for items that do not meet specifications.
• Analyzes test results on defective units to determine cause of failure, applying electronics theory to troubleshoot down to the component level, collaborating with engineers, technicians, production personnel, and others on how to resolve the failure.
• Uploads production software into electronic memory devices in accordance with engineering documentation.
• Provides cost and labor estimates for test equipment and activities, in support of Gavial quotes and proposals.
• Generates connection diagrams and/or wiring lists based on electrical schematics and interprets these schematics for assembly and wiring personnel.
• Manages the Gavial ESD program, including training.

Education and Experience:

• High School degree or GED credential and 15 years related experience and/or training, or
• Degree in Electronics or related field from a 2-year college/technical school and 10 years electronics related experience, or
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics or related field and 5 years electronics related experience, or
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Skills Required:

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to read electrical schematics.
• Proficient in computer-based testing and use of MS Office Suite.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Familiarity with LabVIEW or similar testing software desired.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• 401(k) and employer match
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Employer paid Life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Floating Holidays

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed 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.

U.S. Person Requirement:

Due to the nature of this work and applicable export control regulations, applicants must qualify as a "U.S. Person" as defined by U.S. law. U.S. Persons include U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and certain individuals granted protected status under applicable regulations. Gavial Engineering & Manufacturing is an equal opportunity employer.