Test Technician

HEICO; Derby (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

HEICO in Derby, Kansas seeks a Test Technician under the Production Manager to perform testing, debugging and final verification of our electronic products.

You will inspect assemblies, troubleshoot to the component level, replace parts as needed, generate problem reports and document results in logs and reports.

Familiarity with IPC 610 and reading blueprints or schematics is a plus; you must follow safety procedures and keep equipment calibrated and ready for production.

Responsibilities

• Performs initial tests upon receiving electronic assemblies using established test procedures.
• Solder inspection of assemblies; IPC 610 familiarity desirable.
• Troubleshoots electronic assemblies to the component level; replaces components as required.
• Generates problem reports on tested assemblies and coordinates with Engineering for resolution.
• Communicates assembly issues by providing written documentation to relevant assemblers.
• Creates suggestions on how to correct a problem and provides guidance to assemblers.
• Ensures test equipment remains within calibration requirements.
• Reads blueprints, process sheets and schematics; follows instructions and updates logs and reports.
• Measures parts to ensure they meet established requirements.
• Labels products that pass inspection and forwards to shipping/receiving.

Job description

Job Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Production Manager, the Test Technician performs manual work pertaining to testing and troubleshooting our company products. This employee is responsible for debugging all products, troubleshooting issues, performing repairs and final testing of our products.

Job Functions

Essential

• Performs initial tests upon receiving electronic assemblies from sub-assembly by utilizing appropriate established test procedures.
• Solder inspection of assemblies. (Familiarity with IPC 610 is desirable)
• Troubleshoots electronic assemblies to the component level, replacing components as required.
• Generates problem reports on tested assemblies when necessary and works with Engineering for problem resolution.
• Communicates assembly issues by providing written documentation to relevant assemblers.
• Creates suggestions on how to correct a problem with an assembly and provides guidance to assemblers.
• Ensures test and all equipment is kept within calibration requirements.
• Reads manufacturing documentation such as blueprints, process sheets and assembly and schematic drawings, receives verbal instructions regarding work assignment, and follows instructions.
• Enters test information on logs, other report forms, and computer files.
• Measures parts to ensure they are within the established requirements.
• Label products that pass inspection by using company procedures and forwards product to shipping/receiving department for delivery.
• Maintains working knowledge of all products and the Quality Assurance System.
• Performs work within safety requirements/procedures.
• Communicates information and responds to questions from groups or managers and employees.
• Will be responsible for the safe use of department equipment.
• Communicate effectively and respectfully with others using both oral and written communication skills.

Marginal

• Provide assistance on the production floor with final assembly of products as deemed necessary or as required.
• Performs other duties as deemed necessary or as required.
• May need to Reassemble product after troubleshooting is completed.