Test Technician III

Communications & Power Industries (CPI); Plano (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Communications & Power Industries (CPI) in Plano, TX seeks a skilled technician to perform tuning, testing and troubleshooting of electronic components and systems. You will work from sketches and instructions under limited supervision, using advanced test equipment to support product development and manufacturing.

The ideal candidate has an AA degree or equivalent with 8–10 years’ related experience, is a U.S. citizen, and can pursue ITAR/EAR compliance.

Qualifications

• AA degree or equivalent technical training with 8–10 years of related experience.
• U.S. citizen with ability to obtain/maintain DoD security clearance.
• ITAR/EAR compliance required; U.S. Person for ITAR/EAR purposes.

Responsibilities

• Performs difficult electronic, mechanical and technical assignments such as tuning, troubleshooting, adjusting, testing electronics and mechanical equipment, tubes, microwave products and systems.
• Conducts testing of electronic systems and improvises procedures when needed.
• Develops or modifies electronic products and equipment to company or customer requirements.
• Operates related electronic equipment to tune, test, troubleshoot and maintain products.
• Evaluates electronic products and develops tuning, test and alignment procedures.
• Recommends changes to improve operation or quality of electronic products and equipment.
• Designs and improvises difficult electronic equipment, tools, and fixtures.
• Provides technical assistance and training as necessary.

Skills

VNA

PNA

Oscilloscope

DVM

Spectrum analyzer

Team-oriented

Microscope usage

Education

AA degree or equivalent technical training

Job description

Description

YOUR DAY TO DAY

To perform a variety of difficult technical assignments such as tuning, testing, troubleshooting electronic components and systems. Works from sketches and verbal instructions under limited supervision.

Machine and Equipment Used:

VNA, PNA, Oscilloscope, DVM, spectrum analyzer, and other test equipment

YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

• Performs difficult electronic, mechanical and technical assignments such as tuning, troubleshooting, adjusting, testing electronic and mechanical equipment, tubes, microwave products, component and systems, works from schematics, engineering drawings, written and verbal instructions.
• Conducts testing of electronic systems and improvises procedures and processes if necessary.
• Develops or modifies electronic products and equipment to company or customer requirements.
• Operates related electronic equipment necessary to tune, test, troubleshoot and maintain specific products and equipment.
• Evaluates various types of electronic products and equipment and develops tuning, test and alignment procedures.
• Recommends changes or modifications to improve the operation or quality of electronic products and equipment.
• Determines methods, operations and sequences in settling procedures for tuning, testing, troubleshooting, processing and modifying electronic products as required.
• Designs and improvises difficult electronic equipment, tools, and fixtures as required.
• Performs the more complex analyses of rejected returned, or in-process microwave tubes in support of engineering/manufacturing as required.
• Provides technical assistance, aides in training and leadership as necessary.
• Ability to train others on various standard electronic and technical assignments
• Performs other duties as needed and assigned.

YOU ARE THE RIGHT PERSON FOR THIS JOB IF YOU HAVE

• Proficient in use of VNA, PNA, Oscilloscope, DVM, spectrum analyzer, and other test equipment
• Team-oriented
• Ability to use microscope daily
• Typically requires A.A degree in related technology or equivalent technical training plus eight 6-9 years related experience or the combination of experience and training equal to ten (10) years.
• An in-depth understanding of the instruments and equipment encountered in assigned area.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to obtain/maintain a U.S. Department of Defense Security Clearance
• This position requires potential access to technology controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The successful candidate must be a “U.S. Person” as defined under ITAR and EAR. In order to be a U.S. Person for ITAR and EAR purposes, you must (i) be a citizen or national of the United States; or (ii) be a lawful permanent resident of the United States; or (iii)a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

SHAPING THE FUTURE THROUGH INNOVATION AND DISCOVERY!

With a history spanning more than seven decades, Communications & Power Industries’ thousands of products have impacted people’s lives in numerous unseen ways every day. Our highly engineered products serve as the backbone of modern-day commercial and military communications systems, assist in diagnosing medical conditions, empower scientific discoveries and space exploration, and much more.

CPI is headquartered in Plano, Texas and is a global manufacturer of electronic components and subsystems. We have manufacturing locations in the United States, Canada, Europe, and Asia. With a heritage of technological excellence, our team serves customers in the communications, defense, medical, industrial, and scientific markets.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Whether you are a seasoned professional or just embarking on your career, CPI is an ideal place to expand your knowledge and expertise. We cultivate a healthy, dynamic, and team-oriented environment that empowers our employees to develop, create and deliver innovative, reliable technology solutions to power, connect, protect, and support a better tomorrow.

We offer our employees an attractive compensation package with competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including health and wellness programs, career development, generous retirement savings plan with company match and more!

WHO WE ARE:

We value the unique and diverse skills, qualities, and backgrounds that each employee brings to CPI, and we respect each employee as an integral member of our growing team. CPI is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all current and prospective employees, as well as to promoting a culture of inclusion and respect for everyone. We celebrate the innovation that diversity creates in the work environment, and we recognize that each employee brings their own unique capabilities, experiences, and perspectives to the organization. It is this variety that adds value to our teams, as well as to our stakeholders. We welcome and encourage applicants to reach their full potential with us.

CPI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affimative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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