Senior Production Test Engineering Technician
About The Position
Saab, Inc.'s Autonomous and Undersea Systems manufacturing team is seeking an experienced Senior Production Test Engineering Technician for its Cranston, Rhode Island facility. The role performs routine and complex production testing to ensure standards are met, including setup, calibration, testing, and troubleshooting of circuits, components, instruments, mechanical assemblies, and final systems. The technician develops test specifications, methods, and procedures using blueprints, drawings, and diagrams; prepares technical reports that summarize findings and recommend solutions; and assists with selecting and setting up specialized test equipment. Projects may range from simple to complex. Occasional travel to Saab's Bristol, Rhode Island facility may be required to support business needs. Applicants must be U.S. citizens. Selected applicants may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. The candidate must be able to obtain a security clearance if required and pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent and at least 4 years of related experience in production testing, troubleshooting, or production support.
- Experience with microelectronics and RF testing.
- Experience performing production or engineering testing.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Ability to obtain a security clearance if required.
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
- Selected applicants may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
- Must pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Nice To Haves
- Prior defense or Autonomous Undersea Vehicle (AUV) testing experience.
- Experience operating and integrating electronic test equipment, including oscilloscopes, power meters, and waveform generators, for acoustic test applications.
- Familiarity with LabVIEW.
- Familiarity with testing messaging middleware.
- Familiarity with JIRA.
- Familiarity with Autonomous and Undersea Systems.
- Ability to identify, develop, and implement improvements to integration and test processes and work instructions.
Responsibilities
- Set up test apparatus and conduct testing of production assemblies and units using established methods, procedures, standards, and test sequences.
- Adjust and calibrate systems and test equipment as needed.
- Modify equipment by adding, removing, or altering components in accordance with predetermined diagrams.
- Correct malfunctions by adjusting or replacing parts and components as directed.
- Use a variety of measuring and testing devices to perform production testing activities.
- Monitor and verify product quality in accordance with statistical process control and other quality control procedures.
- Test electronic and acoustic units using standard and custom test equipment, analyze results, and determine necessary adjustments.
- Follow complex test specifications, test procedures, and verbal instructions to perform routine and standard production tests.
- Read and interpret mechanical drawings, diagrams, hardware specifications, schematics, and written work instructions.
- Apply working knowledge of electronic theory and electronic components.
- Troubleshoot and analyze failures using electronic test equipment and software, diagnose deficiencies, and recommend rework or corrective actions.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Develop test specifications, methods, and procedures using blueprints, drawings, and diagrams.
- Prepare technical reports summarizing findings and recommending solutions to technical problems.
- Assist with selection and setup of specialized test equipment as needed.
Benefits
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents.
- Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays.
- 401(k) with employer contributions.
- Tuition assistance and student loan assistance.
- Wellness and employee assistance resources.
- Employee stock purchase opportunities.
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
- Professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, work-life balance, and a business casual atmosphere.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
