Test Technician I

Elbit Systems of America; Talladega (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 schedule

401(k) program

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Life Insurance

Paid PTO

Parental Leave

Employee Referral Program

Voluntary Benefits

Tricare Supplement

Job summary

Twenty-Six Defense, headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas, is a leading provider of high‑performance products and system solutions for defense and homeland security markets. This role involves assembling from drawings, testing and diagnosing electronic/mechanical assemblies, and supporting product improvements.

The position emphasizes problem solving, technical communication, and collaboration with engineering and manufacturing teams. Equal opportunity employer and accommodations available.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of electronic theory and mathematics is required.
• 2–4 years of related work experience.
• Ability to read and understand diagnostic data.
• Basic mechanical aptitude.
• Strong technical communications skills are required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; knowledge of test software is desirable.
• Occasional physical activity including lifting up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Work from drawings, sketches, schematics, and manuals to construct assemblies.
• Use test equipment such as multimeters to troubleshoot, debug, and measure.
• Set up and operate complex test equipment to verify product function and calibrate.
• Repair and replace defective parts as required; soldering may be required.
• Conduct tests or experiments and analyze data for specifications.
• Collaborate with Team Leader, Engineering, and Manufacturing to transition products.
• Provide technical instructions to team members and support personnel.
• Contribute to continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Electrical theory

Mathematics

Reading diagnostics data

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Technical communications

Microsoft Office

Test software experience

Job description

Company Information

Twenty-Six Defense, headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas, is a leading provider of high-performance products, system solutions, and aftermarket support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, and commercial aviation markets. With facilities throughout the U.S., Twenty-Six Defense is dedicated to supporting those who contribute to the national security of the United States. Twenty-Six Defense is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT and TASE: ESLT), a global high-technology company engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications.

Job Description Principal Responsibilities

• Work from specific drawings, sketches, schematics, technical manuals, and explicit verbal or written instructions to construct assemblies.
• Following prescribed test procedures, apply knowledge obtained from formal education or work experience to use basic test equipment such as multimeters to troubleshoot, debug, and make routine measurements on electronic and/or mechanical assemblies.
• Working independently, set up and/or use test equipment that requires interpretation of data, including oscilloscopes, signal generators, and other specialized test equipment to test, align, calibrate, and troubleshoot to verify proper product function. Repair and replace defective parts and components as required.
• May perform assembly and repair duties as required. Soldering may be required.
• Conduct various tests or experiments of moderate complexity which may require modifications in test set‑ups or procedures.
• Perform analysis of data to check and verify applicability, practicality, accuracy, and conformance to specifications.
• Extract and compile technical data from recognized sources with only general direction and present such data as required.
• Set up and operate complex test and/or experimental equipment, record test data, process the data, and present the data.
• Discuss technical problems encountered with Team Leader, a more senior level technician, or Engineering.
• Perform a variety of functional and operational tests while establishing procedures and data sheets for transitional programs or product improvements.
• Work with Manufacturing or QMO Engineers to smoothly transition new products and test procedures to the manufacturing floor.
• Provide technical instructions to other team members and/or support personnel as necessary.
• Participate and contribute to continuous improvement activities by recommending the most efficient processes/procedures for assigned duties.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Requires some knowledge of the use of electronic theory and mathematics as well as 2-4 years of related work experience.
• Must be able to read and understand diagnostic data.
• Must possess some basic mechanical aptitude.
• Must be able to solve complex problems without assistance from others.
• Strong technical communications skills required.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and other database software operations is required. - Understanding of test software is desirable.
• This position requires occasional physical activity including walking, standing, lifting to 25 pounds (over 25 pounds with assistance).

Here Are Some Of The Great Benefits We Offer

• Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off
• Competitive compensation & 401(k) program to plan for your future
• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
• Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
• Flexible Vacation & PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous Employee Referral Program
• Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identity Theft, Pet Insurance, and more
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not an employment contract. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Twenty-Six Defense is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.