Test Technician II: Precision Electronics & Validation

spectrumcontrol; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectrum Control is seeking a Test Technician II to examine and test filters, hybrids, VCOs and IMAs for conformance with specifications, using precision measuring instruments. The Technician will troubleshoot products, document fixtures, and support engineering and operations.

You will build or procure test equipment, assist engineers on projects, and help improve manufacturing processes on-site. This role requires 1–3 years in a related field and familiarity with test equipment and schematics.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma, associate degree or equivalent microelectronics experience.
• Experience: 1–3 years in a related field.
• Knowledge of test equipment such as network analyzers, spectrum analyzers and signal generators.
• Ability to read technical schematics, blueprints and electrical drawings.
• Able to perform basic math in all units of measure with 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.
• Connect and tune units using test equipment (VOM, power supply, signal generator, etc.).
• Perform final acceptance testing per customer specifications.
• Inspect products for flaws and identify areas for improvement.
• Assist in failure analysis and repair of non-conforming products.
• Analyze test results against engineering specs.
• Promote Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement in manufacturing.
• Assist production with troubleshooting.
• Record defects and return units to assembly for repair.
• Assist in training other technicians.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Skills

Electrical engineering background

Reading schematics

Math in all units

Test procedure interpretation

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree or equivalent microelectronics experience

Tools

Network analyzers

Spectrum analyzers

Signal generators

Job description

Spectrum Control is seeking a Test Technician II to examine and test filters, hybrids, VCOs and IMAs for conformance with specifications, using precision measuring instruments. The Technician will troubleshoot products, document fixtures, and support engineering and operations.

You will build or procure test equipment, assist engineers on projects, and help improve manufacturing processes on-site. This role requires 1–3 years in a related field and familiarity with test equipment and schematics.