Test Technician

Actalent; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Actalent seeks a part-time Test Technician for on-site work in Reston, VA. The role involves testing, documentation, and shipment preparation for products, with strong attention to quality and regulatory compliance.

The position supports after-sales service by logging returns, performing preliminary diagnostics, and maintaining service records in the TTS system. 4 days per week, flexible start times, roughly 5 hours daily.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in a manufacturing, electronics, logistics, or service environment.
• Basic knowledge of electronics and electronic testing practices.
• Ability to perform functional testing and basic diagnostic checks on electronic products.

Responsibilities

• Perform final functional testing of products prior to shipment.
• Verify products, quantities, and configurations match customer orders.
• Package and prepare products for domestic and international shipment.
• Coordinate with shipping carriers to support on-time deliveries.
• Prepare and maintain shipping documentation and export paperwork.

Skills

Attention to detail

Electronics knowledge

Testing & diagnostics

Microsoft Office

Communication

Organizational skills

Tracking/system familiarity

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Sage ERP

TTS

QLEVER

Excel

Job description

Part-time Test Technician (25 - 30 hrs/week) | Pay: $30 - $32/hr | Onsite in Reston, VA | 9-month contract-to-hire

Job Description

The Test Technician ensures that products are accurately tested, verified, documented, and prepared for shipment in compliance with company quality standards and shipping regulations. This role also supports the Service After Sales (SAV) process by receiving returned equipment, performing preliminary diagnostics, and entering service information into internal tracking systems. The position is well-suited for someone with strong attention to detail, technical aptitude, and experience in manufacturing, electronics, logistics, or service environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform final functional testing of products prior to shipment to ensure they meet quality and performance standards.
• Verify that products, quantities, and configurations match customer purchase orders and shipping requirements before release.
• Package and prepare products for domestic and international shipment in accordance with company procedures and regulatory guidelines.
• Coordinate and manage relationships with shipping carriers and logistics providers to support on-time and accurate deliveries.
• Prepare and maintain shipping documentation, including packing lists, invoices, and export paperwork, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Ensure compliance with company quality standards and federally regulated shipping procedures for all outgoing shipments.
• Enter and maintain shipment and tracking information, including logger tracking details, within the TTS system.
• Monitor shipments, identify issues, and resolve shipping discrepancies or delays as needed.
• Receive equipment and loggers returned from the field for repair, calibration, or service, and log them accurately upon arrival.
• Inspect incoming units, document receipt information, and ensure all relevant details are captured in internal systems.
• Enter logger information and preliminary diagnostic findings into the TTS system to support service workflows.
• Create SAV service orders based on received equipment and documented diagnostic information.
• Perform basic functional and diagnostic testing on returned loggers to identify potential issues or failures.
• Coordinate with technical and service teams to support repair, calibration, and service activities for returned equipment.
• Maintain organized records of testing, shipping, and service activities to support traceability and continuous improvement.

Essential Skills

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in a manufacturing, electronics, logistics, or service environment.
• Basic knowledge of electronics and electronic testing practices.
• Ability to perform functional testing and basic diagnostic checks on electronic products.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when handling orders, documentation, and testing procedures.
• Ability to follow established quality standards and shipping regulations.
• Effective communication skills to coordinate with internal teams and external logistics providers.
• Organizational skills to manage multiple shipments, service orders, and documentation simultaneously.
• Comfort working with internal tracking and information systems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Surface mount soldering experience.
• Experience with ERP systems, such as Sage ERP.
• Experience using tracking, service, or inventory management software (for example, TTS, QLEVER, or similar systems).
• Understanding of domestic and international shipping processes, export documentation, and carrier management.
• Experience performing troubleshooting or diagnostic testing on electronic products.Demonstrated technical aptitude and interest in working with electronic equipment.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with technical and service teams in a fast-paced environment.

Work Environment

This is a part-time position consisting of approximately 5 hours per day, 4 days per week, with a high degree of flexibility in start and end times. The role operates within a manufacturing and electronics-focused environment where products and electronic loggers are tested, packaged, and shipped. The team culture emphasizes flexibility, collaboration, and a supportive group of employees, and employees often work with modern, technically interesting products. Work involves regular use of computers, internal tracking systems such as TTS, and tools and equipment used for electronic testing and packaging. The environment supports a balance between structured procedures and flexible scheduling, making it suitable for individuals seeking part-time technical work with a positive and engaging workplace.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Reston, VA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $30.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Reston,VA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 3, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

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