Test Technician, Sr - Defense System Division

Parker • Irvine, CA

6d • $27 - $44

About The Position

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers. As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker's goal of addressing the world's most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference. Senior Test Technician (RF/Analog Electronics) Position Summary/Essential Functions: In-depth testing, troubleshooting, and repairs on complex electronics assemblies and subassemblies. Create detailed reports on customer return units and assist Quality and Engineering teams with failure analysis reports to identify root causes. RF testing and theory are essential to the job as well as performing the vital duties listed below.

Requirements

• Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; or 6+ years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Personal Computer literate. Spreadsheets, word processing and presentations (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Must be able to operate volt meters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, high voltage power supplies and other equipment associated with a normal test environment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots, digital, analog, RF, fiber-optic and high-voltage circuitry to component level using schematics, wiring diagrams, and drawings.
• Conducts detailed tests on items such as RF cables, modules, continuity test continuity tests (Cirris or manual), controllers, and dispensers.
• Performs Environmental Stress Screening (ESS) testing including vibration and temp cycling as required.
• Checks functioning of newly installed equipment to evaluate system performance under actual operating conditions.
• Diagnoses, documents, reworks, and tests RF sub-component and final electronic products of moderate to high complexity as prescribed by drawings, electrical schematics, and/or procedures.
• Strong ability to test and diagnose products utilizing schematics and test procedures.
• Ability to collaborate with engineers on advanced troubleshooting.
• Record failure data and test issues in databases as required.
• Work with quality engineers to document product repair changes.
• Evaluate results and recommend corrective action when required.
• Prepare detailed reports of RMA findings documenting the results, methods and equipment used in evaluation as well as determining the root cause in some cases.

Benefits

• Financial Security and Growth: Competitive salary with an annual bonus incentive plan. 401k Employer match up to 5% and an annual Retirement Income Account (RIA) contribution of 3%. Overall, 8% company match.
• Time Away & Work-life Balance: Generous Paid Time Off 13 paid holidays including a company-wide shut down between Christmas and New Year's.
• Parental Leave: 4 weeks at 100% pay for new family additions. Extras like Adoption Assistance, financial guidance resources, paid jury duty, bereavement time, and time off for citizenship testing, marriage, and birth.
• Career Advancement and Education: Career development opportunities with up to $10,000 tuition reimbursement per year. Support for ongoing education through our Educational Reimbursement program.
• Parker Purpose Opportunities (Social Responsibility): Business Resource Groups promoting diversity, equity and inclusion. Engagement activities celebrated throughout the year. Examples include Internal Career Day, FYE Celebration, anniversary recognition events, employee appreciation, veteran appreciation, and more!
• The Parker Foundation provides access to donation matching, disaster relief, charitable organization funding, and paid volunteer hour s.
• Additional Benefits: Employee discounts on various services (car purchases, computer purchases, life adventures, etc.). Employee Referral program - Refer a family member or friend and receive a generous award for referrals that are hired (up to $4,000).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree