Test Technician III

Communications & Power Industries (CPI)•Plano, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

To perform a variety of difficult technical assignments such as tuning, testing, troubleshooting electronic components and systems. Works from sketches and verbal instructions under limited supervision.

Requirements

Proficient in use of VNA, PNA, Oscilloscope, DVM, spectrum analyzer, and other test equipment
Proficient computer skills
Team-oriented
Strong communication skills
Good manual dexterity
Ability to use microscope daily
Typically requires A.A degree in related technology or equivalent technical training plus eight 6-9 years related experience or the combination of experience and training equal to ten (10) years.
An in-depth understanding of the instruments and equipment encountered in assigned area.
Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to obtain/maintain a U.S. Department of Defense Security Clearance
The successful candidate must be a “U.S. Person” as defined under ITAR and EAR. In order to be a U.S. Person for ITAR and EAR purposes, you must (i) be a citizen or national of the United States; or (ii) be a lawful permanent resident of the United States; or (iii) a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Responsibilities

Performs difficult electronic, mechanical and technical assignments such as tuning, troubleshooting, adjusting, testing electronic and mechanical equipment, tubes, microwave products, component and systems, works from schematics, engineering drawings, written and verbal instructions.
Conducts testing of electronic systems and improvises procedures and processes if necessary.
Develops or modifies electronic products and equipment to company or customer requirements.
Operates related electronic equipment necessary to tune, test, troubleshoot and maintain specific products and equipment.
Evaluates various types of electronic products and equipment and develops tuning, test and alignment procedures.
Recommends changes or modifications to improve the operation or quality of electronic products and equipment.
Determines methods, operations and sequences in settling procedures for tuning, testing, troubleshooting, processing and modifying electronic products as required.
Designs and improvises difficult electronic equipment, tools, and fixtures as required.
Performs the more complex analyses of rejected returned, or in-process microwave tubes in support of engineering/manufacturing as required.
Provides technical assistance, aides in training and leadership as necessary.
Ability to train others on various standard electronic and technical assignments
Performs other duties as needed and assigned.