Test Technician - KIF

Communications & Power Industries (CPI)•Kilgore, TX

6h•Onsite

About The Position

To perform a variety of technical assignments such as tuning, testing and troubleshooting microwave products, devices and systems following established procedures and working under general supervision. Communications & Power Industries (CPI) is headquartered in Plano, Texas and is a global manufacturer of electronic components and subsystems with a history spanning more than seven decades. CPI has manufacturing locations in the United States, Canada, Europe, and Asia. Their highly engineered products serve as the backbone of modern-day commercial and military communications systems, assist in diagnosing medical conditions, empower scientific discoveries and space exploration, and much more. CPI cultivates a healthy, dynamic, and team-oriented environment that empowers employees to develop, create and deliver innovative, reliable technology solutions. CPI values the unique and diverse skills, qualities, and backgrounds of each employee and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all current and prospective employees, as well as to promoting a culture of inclusion and respect for everyone.

Requirements

Ability to use 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
Ability to work on a team
Good eye/hand coordination
Typically requires A.A. degree in appropriate technology or equivalent technical training, or the combination of training and related experience of 3-5 years.
Knowledge of basic fundamentals in assigned area and ability to use common equipment and instruments
Able to lift up to 40 lbs.
Able to use microscope for extended periods of time
This position requires potential access to technology controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). 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 various electronic and technical assignments such as tuning, troubleshooting, adjusting, testing tubes, microwave products, devices, and systems; works from schematics, engineering drawings, written and verbal instructions.
Operates related electronic and mechanical equipment necessary to tune, test and troubleshoot specific product or equipment.
Uses pre-determined methods, sequences, and set-ups to visually test specific equipment or product making necessary modifications and adjustments as necessary.
Recommends changes or modifications to improve general operation or the quality of equipment or product making necessary modifications and adjustments as needed.
Conducts a variety of engineering or productions tests and reports data in prescribed format.
Performs moderate analysis of rejected, returned, and in-process microwave tubes in support of engineering and manufacturing as required.
Provides technical assistance as necessary.
Performs other duties as needed and assigned.