Test Technician

Patton, LLC; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Patton, LLC in Gaithersburg is seeking experienced Test Technicians to support a high-mix electronics manufacturing environment. You will troubleshoot, test, and optimize procedures across network access products, reading schematics and documentation while maintaining IPC-A-610 and ESD practices.

You will work with engineering and production teams, develop test setups and fixtures, and mentor junior technicians to improve yield and quality.

Qualifications

• AA or Technician Diploma in Electronics Technology or high school diploma with 3–5+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong understanding of electronics fundamentals and components.
• Ability to read and understand schematics and assembly drawings.
• Experience with electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes and multimeters.
• Ability to perform basic troubleshooting to board/component level.
• Familiarity with IPC-A-610 inspection and/or soldering standards.
• Understanding of ESD handling practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word) and collaboration platforms (Teams).
• Strong documentation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, adaptable in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspection, testing, and component-level troubleshooting on network access and connectivity products using documentation and automated test systems.
• Read and interpret schematics, assembly drawings, and technical docs to diagnose and resolve issues.
• Develop, improve, and maintain test procedures, setups, fixtures, and strategies to boost efficiency and coverage.
• Document test results, failures, and manufacturing activities clearly and accurately.
• Identify trends and provide feedback to Manufacturing, Engineering, and Management to improve quality and yield.
• Train and mentor other technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices.
• Interface with Manufacturing, Engineering, Support, Planning, and Sales to support inquiries or resolutions.
• Ensure IPC-A-610 compliance and proper ESD handling; maintain quality systems and policies.
• Perform firmware loading, configuration, and use of terminal programs as required.
• Work independently or in team-based production environments.

Skills

Electronics fundamentals

Schematics interpretation

Documentation

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate’s Degree in Electronics Technology

High School Diploma

Technician Diploma in Electronics Technology

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Job description

Description

We are seeking experienced Test Technicians for multiple openings at Patton, LLC (Gaithersburg) and Practical Technologies, LLC (Baltimore). This position plays a critical role in ensuring product quality and reliability through advanced troubleshooting, test process optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives within a high-mix electronics manufacturing environment.

Ideal candidates are hands-on electronics professionals who excel at diagnosing issues, improving systems, and working collaboratively across engineering and production teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform inspection, testing, and component-level troubleshooting on a variety of network access and connectivity products using product documentation and automated test systems.
• Read and interpret schematics, assembly drawings, and technical documentation to diagnose and resolve product issues.
• Develop, improve, and maintain test procedures, test setups and fixtures, and test strategies to improve efficiency and coverage.
• Provide clear and accurate documentation of test results, failures, and manufacturing activities.
• Identify trends and provide feedback to Manufacturing, Engineering, and Management to improve product quality, test yield, and overall process efficiency.
• Train and mentor other technicians, sharing technical knowledge and best practices.
• Interface with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Technical Support teams, as well as Purchasing/Planning and Sales as needed, and customers when required to support technical inquiries or issue resolution.
• Ensure compliance with IPC-A-610 standards, ESD handling procedures, and company quality management systems and policies.
• Perform firmware loading, configuration, and use of terminal programs as required.
• Work both independently and within team-based production environments.

Qualifications

Required

• Associate’s Degree (AA) or Technician Diploma in Electronics Technology or High School Diploma (or equivalent) with 3–5+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong understanding of electronics fundamentals and components.
• Ability to read and understand schematics and assembly drawings.
• Experience with electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes and multimeters.
• Ability to perform basic troubleshooting to board/component level.
• Familiarity with IPC-A-610 inspection and/or soldering standards.
• Understanding of ESD handling practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools such as Excel, Word, and collaboration platforms such as Teams.
• Strong documentation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to adapt in a dynamic environment.

Preferred

• Experience developing or improving test procedures and fixtures.
• Familiarity with in-circuit programming and firmware loading.
• Prior experience training or mentoring technicians.
• Experience in high-mix, low-volume electronics manufacturing environments.
• Exposure to yield improvement, root cause analysis, or process improvement initiatives.
• Work Environment and Physical Requirements
• Ability to work at a bench sitting and standing for extended periods.
• Use of hand tools and electronic test equipment.
• Ability to work independently or in a team-based cell environment.

Why Join Patton

At Patton, you’ll be part of a team committed to building high-quality products and continuously improving how we do it. We value initiative, technical curiosity, and collaboration and invest in the growth and success of our employees.

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.