Senior Test Technician

Mercury Systems•Phoenix, AZ

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Test and troubleshoot state-of-the-art complex digital system assemblies in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment. You are a part of the Test Engineering group responsible for ensuring the proper operation and functionality of advanced technological products that have a real-world impact in one of the fastest growing companies in the US. This position is for a seasoned individual contributor in the Test sub-family, working under limited supervision in routine and defined situations. We’re aiming for a November hiring timeline.

Requirements

High school Diploma or equivalent.
Perform complex testing and moderate problem solving on digital systems and subassemblies.
Solid understanding of manufacturing quality standards and can read schematics or other technical data as needed.
Ability to prepare complex test reports and data in accordance with functional and acceptance level test procedures, may be requested to assist with red-lining of existing functional testing procedures.
Perform complex testing; Thermal, Shock, Vibration and Environmental Tests.
Troubleshoot and determine root cause for issues with assemblies, debugging of moderate to complex problems.
Use a variety of test equipment; including oscilloscopes, digital multi-meters, serial emulators, networking devices, and other tools found in a testing laboratory to ensure the highest quality of integrated and tested products.
Work with others in team environment to meet deadlines and complete tasks in a timely manner.
Ability to communicate with other team members and associated parties in a thorough and timely manner.
Knowledge of practical applications of engineering and technology, able to apply principles, techniques, and procedures to manufacturing processes, knowledge of design techniques and principals involved in manufacturing.
Knowledge of production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing efficiency within manufacturing.
Ability to read and perform test procedures and communicate effectively in the event of potential issues.
Ability to determine root cause(s) of operating errors and methodologies used to resolve them; ability to apply logic and reason to identify complex problems and develop solutions, ability to predict how changes in operations and process flow will affect manufacturing efficiencies and quality of finished product.
Ability to read and interpret complex schematics and functional/diagnostic specifications for determining root cause of failures in test environment.
Able to maintain training to applicable equipment and procedures as assigned per job title.
Microsoft Office suite skills are a must.
Broad understanding of computer systems; including a basic understanding of TCP/IP, serial communications, RDP use, Linux and basic command structure, and a rudimentary ability to interpret and modify plain-text scripts as needed.
This position requires you to have or obtain a government security clearance.
Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens.

Nice To Haves

Factory Logix, Oracle, Xilinx Suites, Dediprog, ProComm, SecureCRT, TeraTerm application knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

Apply electronics principles in the test and troubleshooting of high-density multi-system (multiple CPU/FPGA) assemblies, at the board and system level.
Perform functional test procedures that verify PCB and system fit, form, and functionality.
Apply methods and techniques for effectively monitoring various diagnostics tests and measuring performance on complex systems.
Select, set up, and deploy complex and specialized equipment/facilities over a broad spectrum of technologies.
Verify and validate product configuration, test processes and test equipment/setup configuration and operation.
Measure, collect, and record performance data that verifies the reliability and validity of the desired function; prepare accurate and complete test reports of all recorded data.
Program and verify devices.
Troubleshoot systems, devices, processes and/or test set-ups to locate and repair defective areas.
Assist engineers in submission of processes and operations that assure proper function of product and test equipment per design specifications by working from general block diagrams, rough outlines of basic circuits, oral instructions, schematics, etc.; making necessary calculations to obtain or compare data as required.
Perform initial procedural tests on new and/or changed equipment; submit recommendations for modifications as required to achieve desired results.
Submit defects reporting, non-conforming materials reports, and communicate with production team in resolution of defects/product failures.
Perform any other task assigned by supervisor.