Test & Evaluation Lab Tech 3

CTS International; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 38,572 - 63,369; Part time

Job summary

CTS International in Seattle, WA seeks a Lightning Lab Technician for a 6+ month contract to join on-site operations ensuring safety and reliability of aerospace products. The role involves configuring test beds, operating lab equipment, troubleshooting, and ensuring compliance with global standards. Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance and be a US citizen.

Local candidates only. This lab supports testing and certifying lightning and static protection for aircraft systems, with data-driven

Qualifications

• Experience with electronics lab equipment (current transformer probes, oscilloscopes, multimeters, and data acquisition systems).
• Electrical background, circuit analysis skills, and soldering experience.
• Mechanical background and ability to drill and cut test fixtures and test articles.

Responsibilities

• Configure test beds per test procedures and operate lab test equipment, including current transformer probes, oscilloscopes, multimeters, and data acquisition systems.
• Repair and maintain lab test equipment; troubleshoot circuits and perform solder repairs.
• Work with an electrical background to perform circuit analysis.

Skills

Electronics lab equipment

Current transformer probes

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Data acquisition systems

Electrical circuit analysis

Soldering

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Seattle, Washington | 6+ months contract | Up to $46.00/Hour | Shift-1

Overview

Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance. US Citizenship Required. Position is 100% on-site. Local candidates only. We’re dedicated to ensuring the world’s most innovative products meet the highest standards of lightning and static protection. Our lab plays a critical role in verifying and certifying our technology works safely and reliably for the life of the aircraft. We value precision, curiosity, and a commitment to excellence. As a Lightning Lab Technician, you’ll be at the heart of our testing operations. Your expertise will help engineers validate designs, troubleshoot issues, and ensure compliance with global standards. The data you collect and the insights you provide will directly influence product safety certifications and customer trust.

Responsibilities

• Configure test beds per test procedures and operate lab test equipment, including current transformer probes, oscilloscopes, multimeters, and data acquisition systems.
• Repair and maintain lab test equipment; troubleshoot circuits and perform solder repairs.
• Work with an electrical background to perform circuit analysis.

6+ months — possible extension and possible FTE opportunity.

Requirements

• Experience with electronics lab equipment (current transformer probes, oscilloscopes, multimeters, and data acquisition systems).
• Electrical background, circuit analysis skills, and soldering experience.
• Mechanical background and ability to drill and cut test fixtures and test articles.
• Education/experience typically acquired through advanced education (e.g., Associate) and typically 3 or more years’ related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g., Bachelor+1 year related work experience, 5 years’ related work experience, etc.).