Production Test Technician III

Description
Delivering mission-critical, electronic solutions that protect lives. Use your creativity and critical thinking to take our products from concept to customer. At CAES, we engineer solutions for the world's most critical missions. We serve customers in the defense and aerospace markets. Seeking a career that offers challenging, diverse projects and opportunities? Looking for a position with a company that offers long-term professional advancement? Searching for a place that values a diverse, team-based environment? One that values YOU. Consider CAES. The most important thing we build is TRUST Overview CAES Lansdale is comprised of talented makers, thinkers and doers who like to solve complex problems. Right here in the Philadelphia region, our employees are mission driven and proud of the world-class products they design and manufacture for the most important needs of our time. These innovators design, engineer, manufacture and deliver technology solutions from within a sprawling Montgomery County location. This is where your work matters to a cause bigger than yourself. CAES Lansdale is seeking a highly motivated Test Technician, a key role where you perform operational tests on highly complex electronic developmental and production components, subassemblies and systems involving a thorough working knowledge of advanced theory, instrumentation, measurement techniques and electronic circuit analysis. Performs the set-up, calibration, testing and troubleshooting of circuits, components, instruments and mechanical assemblies. Determines and may develop test specifications, methods and procedures from blueprints, drawings and diagrams. Tests and troubleshoots assemblies and/or final systems. May complete rework on assemblies and/or systems as a result of testing. Prepares technical reports, summarizes findings and recommends solutions to technical problems. May assist in the selection and set-up of specialized test equipment. Here, you will find so much! We offer an excellent benefits package that starts immediately, 15 days Paid Time Off, 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off!), 11 Paid Holidays and an excellent starting salary. We also match your 401(k) contributions up to 5%. Join us and put your test skills to work! Responsibilities Determines, sets up and operates a wide variety of standard test stands consisting of multiples of generators, oscilloscopes, amplifiers, PNA etc. and complex test equipment especially connected and set up for tests on highly complex sub-assemblies and systems in accordance with available instructions and specifications. Complies with standard test procedures and specifications to perform tests on highly complex electronic developmental and production components, subassemblies and systems. Verifies and analyzes test results. Troubleshoots, repairs and adjusts equipment so that their performance complies with test requirements, and that the quality of the product is assured. Determines when rework is necessary to ensure product compliance with specifications. Recommends changes in test procedures and specifications that will contribute to the improvement of testing efficiency and capabilities. Works from a variety of documents including test specifications, wiring diagrams, schematics, etc. where complete information is frequently lacking or from general oral engineering instructions requiring technical judgment, initiative and experience. Instructs and gives technical direction to lesser-classified technicians. Performs other duties and responsibilities as required. Must have the manual dexterity to manipulate RF circuits working under a microscope to meet the electrical requirements. Qualifications Minimum Requirements: High school diploma or GED 2+ years experience tuning RF circuits as a Test Technician in a manufacturing environment or in the military. This position requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by US export laws. In order to be eligible for this position, you must be a "US Person" under US export laws (or eligible for approval under a U.S. Government export license). Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance. Preferred Qualifications: Associates Degree or Technical Degree in Electrical Technology Military Electronic Schools or Electronic Training from military Active Security Clearance Experience in defense or aerospace industry 4+ years experience as a Test Technician in a manufacturing environment or in the military. Should be able to setup and know how to operate a Phase Network Analyzer (PNA) or Vector Network Analyzer (VNA) Hourly Range: $26.38 - $32.59 hourly (Lansdale, PA) Applicable pay within the posted range may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, geographical location, job function of the position, education, and experience of the successful candidate. CAES provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, 401K, paid holidays and vacation. EMPLOYMENT TRANSPARENCY BENEFITS We take care of our people and provide competitive health, wealth and wellbeing benefits - from day one. You'll also discover learning and development opportunities so you can take your career to the next level - and beyond. Other benefits include: Comprehensive PTO, Paid Holiday and Paid Family Leave Programs. Student Loan Repayment Program & Tuition Reimbursement 9/80 Alternate Work Week Schedule Tailored Management/Leadership Training Innovative Medical Programs, Including Family Forming ABOUT CAES CAES is the largest provider of analog and radiation hardened technology for the United States aerospace and defense industry. From human spaceflight and space exploration, to missile defense and electronic warfare, to healthcare solutions addressing COVID-19, our talented team develop high performing electronic solutions that work the first time, every time. WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER At CAES we welcome differences and celebrate new ideas. We believe the diversity of our people inspires our creativity and drives our innovation. Everyone is welcome here, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation due to a disability for any part of the employment process, please email CAEScareers@caes.com.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements: High school diploma or GED 2+ years experience tuning RF circuits as a Test Technician in a manufacturing environment or in the military. This position requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by US export laws. In order to be eligible for this position, you must be a "US Person" under US export laws (or eligible for approval under a U.S. Government export license). Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance. Preferred Qualifications: Associates Degree or Technical Degree in Electrical Technology Military Electronic Schools or Electronic Training from military Active Security Clearance Experience in defense or aerospace industry 4+ years experience as a Test Technician in a manufacturing environment or in the military. Should be able to setup and know how to operate a Phase Network Analyzer (PNA) or Vector Network Analyzer (VNA) Hourly Range: $26.38 - $32.59 hourly (Lansdale, PA) Applicable pay within the posted range may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, geographical location, job function of the position, education, and experience of the successful candidate. CAES provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, 401K, paid holidays and vacation.
Responsibilities
Determines, sets up and operates a wide variety of standard test stands consisting of multiples of generators, oscilloscopes, amplifiers, PNA etc. and complex test equipment especially connected and set up for tests on highly complex sub-assemblies and systems in accordance with available instructions and specifications. Complies with standard test procedures and specifications to perform tests on highly complex electronic developmental and production components, subassemblies and systems. Verifies and analyzes test results. Troubleshoots, repairs and adjusts equipment so that their performance complies with test requirements, and that the quality of the product is assured. Determines when rework is necessary to ensure product compliance with specifications. Recommends changes in test procedures and specifications that will contribute to the improvement of testing efficiency and capabilities. Works from a variety of documents including test specifications, wiring diagrams, schematics, etc. where complete information is frequently lacking or from general oral engineering instructions requiring technical judgment, initiative and experience. Instructs and gives technical direction to lesser-classified technicians. Performs other duties and responsibilities as required. Must have the manual dexterity to manipulate RF circuits working under a microscope to meet the electrical requirements.