Test Technician

VIRTEX; Merrimack (NH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

VIRTEX in Merrimack, NH is seeking an Electronics Test Technician to perform comprehensive testing on PCB and cable assemblies, finalize devices, and support test-process improvements.

You will operate ICT/ATE/JTAG systems, diagnose failures, and document results, contributing to NPI efforts and calibration activities as required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electronics or related field preferred.
• 2–5+ years of test or electronics technician experience in an EMS.
• Experience with ICT, ATE, or functional test systems is desirable.
• Strong understanding of electronic components, PCB layouts, and circuit behavior.
• Skilled with oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies.
• Ability to interpret schematics, BOMs, test reports, and engineering drawings.
• Familiarity with IPC standards, ESD practices, and ISO/AS quality systems.
• Ability to perform functional and in-depth testing, troubleshooting, calibration, and documentation.
• Proficiency with MES/test logging systems.
• Understanding of test system operation and fixture handling.

Responsibilities

• Perform functional, in-circuit, continuity, environmental, and final tests on PCB assemblies, cable assemblies, and completed electronic devices.
• Operate test systems such as ICT, flying probe, ATE, JTAG/boundary scan, oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and custom test fixtures.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot failures at the component and board level using schematics, test reports, and diagnostic tools.
• Execute test procedures, test scripts, and inspection documentation according to customer and internal requirements.
• Record test results, failures, and corrective actions in MES or data logs.
• Work with engineering to support New Product Introduction (NPI) and validate test processes, fixtures, and procedures.
• Perform firmware loads, software configuration, and product calibration as required.
• Identify opportunities to improve test efficiency, reduce retest rates, and prevent recurring failures.
• Ensure compliance with ESD, safety, and quality standards at all times.
• Maintain and troubleshoot test equipment, fixtures, cables, and tools.

Skills

Test systems

Electrical testing

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Schematic reading

IPC standards

ESD practices

Problem solving

Communication

Automation testing

Education

Associate degree in Electronics

Tools

ICT

ATE

JTAG/boundary scan

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Power supplies

Custom test fixtures

Job description

• Perform functional, in-circuit, continuity, environmental, and final tests on PCB assemblies, cable assemblies, and completed electronic devices.
• Operate test systems such as ICT, flying probe, ATE, JTAG/boundary scan, oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and custom test fixtures.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot failures at the component and board level using schematics, test reports, and diagnostic tools.
• Execute test procedures, test scripts, and inspection documentation according to customer and internal requirements.
• Record test results, failures, and corrective actions in manufacturing execution systems (MES) or data logs.
• Work with engineering to support New Product Introduction (NPI) and validate test processes, fixtures, and procedures.
• Perform firmware loads, software configuration, and product calibration as required.
• Identify opportunities to improve test efficiency, reduce retest rates, and prevent recurring failures.
• Ensure compliance with ESD, safety, and quality standards at all times.
• Maintain and troubleshoot test equipment, fixtures, cables, and tools.

Job Type

Full-time

Description

• Perform functional, in-circuit, continuity, environmental, and final tests on PCB assemblies, cable assemblies, and completed electronic devices.
• Operate test systems such as ICT, flying probe, ATE, JTAG/boundary scan, oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and custom test fixtures.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot failures at the component and board level using schematics, test reports, and diagnostic tools.
• Execute test procedures, test scripts, and inspection documentation according to customer and internal requirements.
• Record test results, failures, and corrective actions in manufacturing execution systems (MES) or data logs.
• Work with engineering to support New Product Introduction (NPI) and validate test processes, fixtures, and procedures.
• Perform firmware loads, software configuration, and product calibration as required.
• Identify opportunities to improve test efficiency, reduce retest rates, and prevent recurring failures.
• Ensure compliance with ESD, safety, and quality standards at all times.
• Maintain and troubleshoot test equipment, fixtures, cables, and tools.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, or equivalent experience preferred.
• 2–5+ years of test or electronics technician experience in an EMS or electronics manufacturing environment.
• Experience with ICT, ATE, or functional test systems is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of electronic components, PCB layouts, and circuit behavior.
• Skilled in oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, signal generators, and soldering equipment.
• Ability to interpret schematics, BOMs, test reports, and engineering drawings.
• Familiarity with IPC standards, ESD practices, and ISO/AS quality systems.
• Basic soldering/rework capability (SMT and through-hole) is a plus.
• Ability to perform functional and in-depth testing, troubleshooting, calibration, and documentation.
• Proficiency with MES/test logging systems.
• Understanding of test system operation and fixture handling.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Effective communication with engineering, quality, and production teams.
• Experience with automated test equipment programming or boundary scan tools.
• Familiarity with NPI process support and verification activities