Master Technician (Onsite)

RTX•Rockford, IL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Master Technician with advanced expertise in troubleshooting, repair, and calibration of complex electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving skills, work independently with minimal supervision, and support engineering and operations teams in maintaining, installing, and optimizing production equipment.

Requirements

Typically requires an AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience.
Certification may be required for technical support roles
Experience in electronic equipment troubleshooting and repair
Experience creating and interpreting schematics and technical documentation.

Nice To Haves

Strong mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems knowledge.
Expertise in fine soldering and PCB repair.
Experience with motors, drives, and advanced electronic software controls.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain complex production equipment, machinery, and instruments to ensure reliable functionality and compliance with safety and process standards.
Measure, analyze, and calibrate instrumentation and equipment for setup and check-out.
Read, interpret, and create equipment and wiring schematics.
Understand the logic and operation of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
Perform fine electronics soldering and advanced printed circuit board troubleshooting and repair.
Install complex equipment and perform machine set-up.
Gather, review, and apply data regarding equipment specifications and customer or company requirements.
Interpret customer specifications to confirm operations meet regulatory and quality standards.
Develop, troubleshoot, and modify electrical systems in collaboration with engineering and operations.
Conduct ongoing equipment inspection, maintenance, and inventories; arrange for disposal of obsolete equipment.
Utilize and modify advanced electronic software controls.
Maintain and repair motors, drives, and other critical components.
Provide technical support and complex problem-solving for engineering teams.
Assist with technical planning, system integration, verification, and validation of total systems.
Train operators and fellow technicians on proper equipment use.
Create and update procedures and work instructions for equipment, machinery, and instruments.
Review and estimate design and operational costs, including equipment, installation, labor, and materials.
Serve as a subject matter expert on legacy and complex equipment support.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
And more!