Test Technician II

Spectrum Control, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 56,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day, 10-hour work schedule

3-day weekend

Benefits begin day 1

Paid time off

Job summary

Spectrum Control, Inc. is seeking a Test Technician II to inspect, test and troubleshoot filters, hybrids, VCOs and IMAs. You will use precision measuring instruments, interpret schematics, and assist engineers with test equipment and process validations.

This role supports manufacturing improvements and aligns with engineering and operations teams. The position involves working on the manufacturing floor, collaborating with production on troubleshooting and efficiency initiatives, and

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma, associate degree or equivalent.
• Microelectronics experience required.
• 1–3 years in a related field.
• Electrical engineering or technology background or equivalent.
• Knowledge of test equipment like network and spectrum analyzers, signal generators, etc.
• Ability to read technical schematics, blueprints and electrical drawings.
• Basic math in all units, including whole numbers, fractions and decimals.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, measure and test products using electronic measuring equipment and microscope.
• Interpret test schedules, work orders and schematics to determine testing procedures and equipment.
• Connect and tune units using test equipment (VOM, power supply, signal generator, etc.).
• Perform final acceptance testing per customer specs.
• Assist engineers with projects by building or procuring test equipment and validating processes.
• Promote Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement in Manufacturing.
• Record defects and coordinate repairs with assembly.

Skills

Microelectronics experience

Electrical engineering/tech

Test equipment knowledge

Reading schematics & drawings

Basic math in all units

Education

HS Diploma or Associate

AS9100 experience

Tools

VOM

Power supply

Signal generator

Frequency meter

Network analyzer

Spectrum analyzer

Environmental chamber

Job description

At Spectrum Control, most departments operate on a 4-day, 10-hour work schedule in exchange for a 3-day weekend. Come join a workforce where we put you first!

• We offer competitive wages and PTO, plus our benefits begin on day 1 of employment.

Job Summary

A Test Technician II examines and tests filters, hybrids, VCO’s and IMA’s for conformance with dimensional and performance specifications, using precision measuring instruments. This includes troubleshooting products, equipment and process issues, performing acceptance testing, documenting fixtures, equipment maintenance, and updating process documentation. The Technician will also assist engineers with projects through building or procuring test equipment, performing testing and process validations. The candidate will also work closely with engineering and operations to support and improve manufacturing processes.

Essential Job Functions

• Inspect, measure and test products using electronic measuring equipment and microscope.
• Interpret test schedule, work orders, test manuals, performance specifications, wiring diagrams and schematics to determine testing procedure and equipment to be used.
• Connect and tune units using test equipment such as: VOM, power supply, signal generator, frequency meter, network analyzer, spectrum analyzer and environmental chamber.
• Performs Final acceptance testing in accordance with customer specifications.
• Inspect products and processes for flaws and identifies areas of improvement
• Assist in failure analysis, troubleshooting, rework/repair of non-conforming manufactured product to determine root cause.
• Analyze test results using engineering specifications and calculator
• Promote and support Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement activities in Manufacturing.
• Assist production with troubleshooting.
• Record defects and return unit to assembly department for repair.
• Assist in training other technicians.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Required Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma, associate degree or Equivalent
• Microelectronics Experience
• Experience Years: 1-3 years in a related field
• Experience Type: Electrical Engineering or Technology OR Equivalent combination of education and experience
• Knowledge of test equipment like Network analyzers, Spectrum analyzers, signal generators, etc.
• Ability to read technical schematics, blueprints and electrical drawings.
• Able to do basic math in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.

Desired Qualifications

• Electrical background
• Mechanical aptitude
• Experience in testing processes
• Computer spreadsheet knowledge
• AS9100 experience

Work Environment

Manufacturing Floor- Clean Room Environment

Physical Requirements

• Able to sit at work station/microscope 8+ hours per day
• Lift and/or move 25 pounds
• General vision abilities to include: close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Spectrum Control combines engineering expertise, innovation and manufacturing excellence to enable mission-critical solutions. Designed to solve complex problems in signal modulation and transmission, Spectrum Control solutions enable high quality product performance in the military and government, space, commercial, aerospace, security, medical, industrial and communications industries. Through proven experience and innovation, Spectrum Control delivers reliable solutions for the most rugged environments in the world – and beyond. Our team works to understand each customer’s needs at every level, which leads to long‑term partnerships with our customers that transcend transactions and projects, helping to drive ongoing value at all levels of an organization. Spectrum Control operates by the following guiding principles: safety, integrity, respect, ethics, trust and continuous improvement. Spectrum Control is dedicated to delivering highly‑engineered, reliable products that help save, enhance and protect lives. The company employs a secure, trusted, innovative, empowered and resilient environment to collaborate across the organization to deliver impactful results to our customers. Founded in 1981, Spectrum Control brought together the power of several trusted brands and formed a uniquely capable partner for RF/microwave, electromagnetic, and security solutions. Over the past 70 years, the company’s engineers and technologists have led the way in creating high‑quality solutions for demanding environments everywhere. Today, Spectrum Control's team includes 1,300+ people working across 14 design/manufacturing centers in North America and Europe.