Test Lab Technician I

Safran; Brea (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

RAVE Aerospace in Brea, CA is seeking a Test Lab Technician I to support the System Test Lab (Rack Room). Under limited supervision, you will troubleshoot and repair in the test lab and assist in creating and updating engineering drawings and test fixtures.

You will assemble racks, load software, troubleshoot issues, and help manage lab inventory. The role offers health benefits and opportunities to work with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 0–3 years in engineering lab tech or related role.
• Able to build cables and electromechanical assemblies.
• Knowledge of electronic/electromechanical components.
• Capable of using lab instruments (multimeter, etc.).
• Basic knowledge of Windows and Linux is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Interpret, create, and update engineering drawings for cables and system layouts.
• Create wiring harnesses/assemblies from drawings.
• Assemble and maintain test racks and mini racks.
• Load software and configuration onto test racks and mini racks.
• Troubleshoot test rack and mini rack issues including physical connections, miswiring, software load issues and software configuration issues.
• Assist in maintaining an accurate inventory of lab hardware and assets.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Drawing interpretation

Cable wiring

Rack assembly

Software loading

Troubleshooting

Lab equipment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Windows

Linux

Multimeter

Job description

The Test Lab Technician I, under limited supervision, performs a variety of tasks in the System Test Lab (Rack Room). This individual shall be responsible for providing troubleshooting and repair support in the test lab, for the creation and update of engineering drawings, the assembly of test fixtures and other lab equipment, and assisting in the day to day support operations of the Rack Room.

Core Responsibilities

• Interpret, create, and update engineering drawings for cables and system layouts
• Create wiring harnesses/assemblies from engineering drawings
• Assemble and maintain new test racks and mini racks
• Load software and configuration onto test racks and mini racks
• Troubleshoot test rack and mini rack issues including physical connections, miswiring, software load issues and software configuration issues
• Assist in maintaining an accurate inventory of lab hardware and assets
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 0-3 years of experience as an engineering lab technician, assemble/repair line tech or related professional experience
• Capable of building cables and other electromechanical assemblies
• Broad knowledge of electronic and electromechanical components
• Knowledgeable in the use of lab instruments (multimeter, etc.)
• Basic knowledge of software operating systems, such as Windows and Linux is desirable

Benefits

The starting pay range for this position is $26- $28 per hour however, the base pay offered may vary depending on the level of the position, skills, experience, job-related knowledge, and location.

In addition to a comprehensive package of health benefits that include company contributions, RAVE Aerospace offers a variety of additional benefits and perks to enhance your work-life balance experience including but not limited to:

• Discretionary bonus program
• Future financial security with a 401(k) program with a company match
• Paid time off covering vacations, personal time off and sick days, capped off by an exciting year-end holiday shutdown