Systems Test Technician I (Temporary - 6 Month Contract)

Tandem Diabetes Care; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 31,684 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

Tandem Diabetes Care is seeking a Systems Test Technician to support testing activities for medical devices. This role involves executing test protocols, analyzing experiments, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations and procedures.

The ideal candidate will have a background in testing within engineering or laboratory settings, with a solid understanding of procedures and flow diagrams. The position offers an hourly pay range of $23 to $25, depending on skills and experience.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience performing testing in an engineering or laboratory environment.
• Experience with statistical data analysis preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform and analyze experiments and integrate work of self and others.
• Execute test methods and protocols for system level testing.
• Conduct operational test and fault isolation on systems.
• Record and compile data for documentation of test procedures.
• Calibrate and maintain lab equipment.

Skills

Ability to read and follow procedures and flow diagrams

Effective communication skills

Team cooperation

Prioritization and time management

Experience with MS Office suite

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s or AA Technical Degree

Job description

Role Summary

Systems Test Technician who supports engineering activities such as design, execution, and documentation of system-level testing for medical device hardware and software.

Responsibilities

• Performs and analyzes experiments and integrates work of self and others to complete assignment of the overall work plan.
• Executes test methods and protocols for system level testing of medical device hardware and software.
• Organizes and presents own data.
• Performs all assignments in accordance with established safety procedures and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Assists in the construction, test, and check-out of test equipment.
• Performs operational test and fault isolation on systems and equipment.
• Assists in determining methods or actions to remedy malfunctions.
• Records and compiles data for documentation of test procedures.
• Reviews data for compliance to specifications and reports abnormalities.
• Maintains department documentation, inventory of test materials, calibration and preventive maintenance records.
• Calibrates and maintains lab equipment.
• Confirms completion of required training plan before assuming job responsibilities.
• Ensures work is performed in compliance with company policies including Privacy/HIPAA and other regulatory, legal, and safety requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

When & Where You’ll Work

Location: Onsite, San Diego, California.
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM PST.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to read and follow procedures and flow diagrams.
• Able to effectively share information regarding issues in written or verbal form and make recommendations in a clear and concise manner.
• Skilled at promoting team cooperation and a commitment to team success.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize and handle multiple priorities and complete assignments on time with minimal errors.
• Experience with MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Minimum Educational Level

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s or AA Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education and applicable job experience preferred.

Minimum Experience

• 1 year of experience performing testing in an engineering or laboratory environment.
• Experience with statistical data analysis preferred.

Compensation

Base hourly pay range: $23.00 – $25.00. Pay may vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This is a temporary position; benefits may be provided by the staffing agency. Access to permanent benefits is contingent upon conversion from temporary to full‑time status.

Benefits & Conditions

Temporary employee status through a staff agency partner. Conversion to full‑time is determined by business need and job performance.

Legal & Anti‑Discrimination Statement

Tandem is a firm equal‑opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, sex, race, religion, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, or sexual orientation. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone. Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with Fair Chance laws. Pre‑employment screening includes a drug test (excluding marijuana) and background check, including review of criminal history. Candidates for this position may have access to proprietary, sensitive, or confidential information, including customer protected health information; therefore a thorough review of criminal history is required. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.; we are unable to sponsor visas at this time.