Test Technician I

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with 150% match up to 6%

3 weeks paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation in Sparks, Nevada is seeking a Test Technician I to perform standard testing procedures on equipment, analyze results, and isolate faults to ensure conformance with product specifications.

Ideal candidates have an Associate's degree in electronics and up to 1 year of related experience; familiarity with test equipment and schematics is preferred. The role requires attention to detail in a fast-paced environment and may involve travel.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in electronics or related field.
• 0-1 years' experience as a technician or related field.
• Familiarity with schematics, diagrams, blueprints or manuals.
• Basic understanding of test equipment and concepts.

Responsibilities

• Run automated tests and interpret results.
• Follow process guides and work instructions.
• Perform fault isolation and troubleshooting.
• Analyze and document test results; use computers extensively.
• Work in potentially hazardous or loud environments; follow safety protocols.
• Travel may be required.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Test procedures

Documentation

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Education

Associate's degree in electronics

Tools

Signal generators

Spectrum analyzers

Oscilloscopes

Job description

Test Technician I### Test Technician IApply: In office: Sparks, NV: Full time: Posted Today: R0031156Do you have an aptitude for troubleshooting and technical expertise? We may have the opportunity for you! The Test Technician I performs standard testing processes on various equipment and analyzes the results. The technician will be responsible for test and fault isolation to ensure conformance with product specifications.The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains – air, land, sea, space and cyber.**Responsibilities:*** Run automated tests and be able to comprehend the results.* Ability to follow process guides and work instructions.**Qualifications You Must Have:*** Associate's degree in electronics or a related field of study.* 0-1 years' experience as a technician or in a related field.* Relevant experience can be considered as a substitute for the required educational qualifications. In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 2 years of related hands-on training experience related to electronics is required.* Familiarity with technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals, and/or publications.* Familiarity with test concepts and techniques, and test standard lab equipment.* Basic understanding of test equipment including Signal generators, Spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes.* Good organizational skills* Must be able to work in a fast paced environment**Qualifications We Prefer:*** Prior experience in a manufacturing environment.* RF troubleshooting and testing experience.* Board level diagnostics.* Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense, or US Military.* Certification in Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing.* Familiarity with regulatory standards and compliance.**Essential Functions:*** Perform testing processes on equipment, including the ability to lift up to 25 lbs regularly.* Conduct fault isolation and troubleshooting, requiring hand/finger dexterity.* Analyze and document test results, spending significant time on computers.* Work in potentially hazardous or loud environments, following safety protocols.* Ability to travel may be required.This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.**IMPORTANT NOTICE:**To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.