Sr. Production Test Technician

Astronics Corporation•Redmond, WA

4d•$29 - $44•Onsite

About The Position

Astronics AES is seeking a Sr. Production Test Technician for first shift in Redmond, Washington. The technician performs manufacturing operations involving production parts, components, subassemblies, and final assemblies, with an emphasis on training, quality, and following established procedures and standard operational guidelines. The role requires intermediate mechanical and electrical knowledge, with guidance from Technical Specialists as needed. Responsibilities include assembling, testing, and troubleshooting complex assemblies and final systems; setting up specialized test equipment; using standard test equipment and sophisticated programs to collect and evaluate operating and test data; and analyzing results to assess performance and determine adjustments. The technician may also assist with developing manufacturing process methods and procedures and may work with engineers on experiments. The position requires an associate degree in Electronics Technology or a related field, or equivalent electronics military schooling and experience. High-power electronics or avionics technician experience may be considered in place of formal education, provided the candidate meets the role’s experience, duties, skills, and proficiency standards. The company describes the typical experience level as 2–4 years of direct experience in the essential functions.

Requirements

Associate degree in Electronics Technology or a related field, or equivalent electronics military schooling and experience.
High-power electronics and/or high-power avionics technician experience may substitute for formal education if the candidate meets the experience, duties, skills, and proficiency required for the position level.
Typically 2–4 years of direct experience in the essential functions of the position.
Microsoft Office Suite skills.
Electrical and electronic knowledge.
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
Knowledge of industrial control software and control and data acquisition software, such as HiPot.
Ability to adjust or replace defective or improperly functioning circuitry or electronic components using hand tools or a soldering iron.
Manual dexterity.
Ability to lift heavy items, typically 40 lbs.
Near vision.
Ability to match or detect differences in colors, including shades and brightness.
Must successfully pass a pre-employment background screen and drug test, including screening for cannabis use.
Must be authorized under applicable law to access any items subject to U.S. export-control laws that the position may involve.

Responsibilities

Perform manufacturing operations, including working with engineers on setup and carrying out troubleshooting, rework, and quality testing for parts, components, subassemblies, and final assemblies.
Assemble, test, and troubleshoot complex assemblies and/or final systems.
Use standard test equipment and analyze results to evaluate performance and determine whether adjustments are needed.
Set up specialized test equipment.
Use sophisticated programs to collect and evaluate operating and test data.
May assist in developing methods and procedures to modify the manufacturing process.
May work with engineers in conducting experiments.