Sr. Electronic Technician

Adtran, Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ADTRAN, Inc. is seeking an Electronic Technician in Huntsville, AL to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair ADTRAN production units at the component level.

You will use schematics, documentation, and specialized test equipment to restore products to required quality standards and support on-time production flow. The role requires an Associate’s Degree in Applied Electronics or related field and at least 5 years of component-level troubleshooting experience on digital circuits.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Applied Electronics or a related technical field; or equivalent military training/experience.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience performing component-level troubleshooting and debugging of digital electronic circuits.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair PCBAs to the component level.
• Analyze failure data to isolate faults and determine corrective actions.
• Interpret schematics and technical documentation to guide repairs.
• Set up and verify functionality of electronic test equipment.
• Perform touch-ups and repairs on PTH and SMT components as needed.
• Ensure workmanship and product quality align with established standards.
• Manage multiple assignments and communicate deviations when necessary.
• Maintain regular attendance to support production requirements and quality objectives.
• Perform additional duties in support of quality, accuracy, and verification goals.

Skills

Troubleshooting

PCB repair

Schematics interpretation

Test equipment usage

Digital electronics

Education

Associate’s Degree in Applied Electronics

Tools

DMM

Oscilloscope

Frequency Generator

Power Supply

Soldering (PTH/SMT)

Job description

Position Summary

The Electronic Technician is responsible for troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing ADTRAN production units at the component level. This role utilizes schematics, technical documentation, specialized test equipment, and established procedures to identify failures and restore products to required quality standards. The position supports manufacturing operations by ensuring product reliability, workmanship, and on-time production flow.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs) to the individual component level.
• Analyze failure data and diagnostic results to isolate faults and determine corrective actions.
• Utilize schematics, technical documentation, processes, and written/verbal instructions to perform repairs in accordance with ADTRAN procedures.
• Set up, operate, and verify functionality of electronic test equipment and diagnostic tools.
• Perform minor touch-ups and repairs on through-hole (PTH) and surface-mount technology (SMT) components as needed.
• Ensure workmanship, product quality, and adherence to established standards and procedures.
• Manage multiple assignments while recognizing and communicating deviations from accepted practices when necessary.
• Maintain prompt and regular attendance to support production requirements and quality objectives.
• Perform additional duties as assigned in support of quality, accuracy, and product verification goals.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Associate’s Degree in Applied Electronics or a related technical field; or equivalent military training/experience.
• Experience: Minimum of five (5) years of experience performing component-level troubleshooting and debugging of digital electronic circuits.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing electronic assemblies at the component level.
• Ability to interpret schematics and technical documentation.
• Experience using computer-based test equipment and bench‑top equipment including: Digital Multimeters (DMMs) Oscilloscopes Frequency Generators Variable Power Supplies
• Experience removing and replacing PTH and SMT components.
• Ability to identify component and soldering defects and apply proper soldering, flux, and PCB cleaning techniques.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills required.
• SAP ERP experience preferred.

Certifications

• Must complete or be able to complete: X‑Ray Training Ersascope Training Solder Training IPC Certification

Preferred Knowledge

• Data communications interfaces
• Microprocessors
• Microcontrollers
• Quality standards including Q50 and IPC‑A‑610

Adtran is a leading global provider of fiber‑based networking solutions and SaaS applications, focused on the broadband access market. Our comprehensive portfolio spans from the metro core to the customer premises, enabling network providers to deliver Gigabit broadband to every home and business. Our vision is to enable a fully connected world where the power to communicate is available to everyone, everywhere. At Adtran, we believe in our people. With a diverse and inclusive team spread across the globe, our culture embraces creativity and seeks innovation and quality in everything we do. Built on a foundation of communication, trust, collaboration, and an entrepreneurial spirit enables us to be a global technology leader and a strong customer advocate. Adtran began operations in January 1986. Headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama, Adtran is located in Cummings Research Park - the second-largest research park in the U.S. and fourth-largest in the world. Our mailing address is 901 Explorer Boulevard, Huntsville, Alabama, 35806. Adtran, Inc. is a wholly‑owned subsidiary of Adtran Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADTN and FSE: QH9). Find out more at adtran.com, or follow our story on LinkedIn and Twitter.