Test Technician

Nextdeavor • Simi Valley, CA

23d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Test Technician, you will ensure electro-mechanical assemblies and electronic components meet specifications through hands-on testing and troubleshooting. You will support production and engineering by diagnosing failures, providing clear root-cause documentation, and maintaining test equipment. This is an onsite role on 2nd shift (M–Th, 3:30pm–1:30am; must be able to train on 1st shift if needed) in the Simi Valley facility.

Requirements

• 1+ years of relevant experience in electro-mechanical or electronic testing and assembly
• Experience with electro-mechanical assembly and ability to read prints/work instructions
• Experience using thermal and vibration testing equipment
• Proficiency using multimeters and power supplies
• Secondary Certificate/High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Vocational training, apprenticeship, or equivalent experience in a related field
• Strong electrical background and understanding of microelectronics
• Experience testing, debugging, and troubleshooting circuits and components
• Good reading comprehension, oral and written communication skills, and attention to detail
• Proficiency with Microsoft Windows applications

Nice To Haves

• Experience troubleshooting PCBAs and reading schematics
• Self-starter attitude
• Preferred certifications: IPC-610, J-STD

Responsibilities

• Perform routine mechanical and electromechanical testing of parts and components per instructions and procedures
• Review route cards, traveler documentation, and schematics to confirm correct operation sequences
• Set up and execute tests using oscilloscopes, DVMs, signal generators, network/spectrum analyzers, frequency counters, power supplies, and related equipment
• Troubleshoot circuits and components to the micro-component level and perform failure analysis
• Verify circuitry and component effectiveness in amplifiers and electronic equipment
• Receive units from customers and perform diagnostic evaluations using schematics and prints
• Provide detailed written failure descriptions and root-cause analysis to production and engineering
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment and adhere to company policies and procedures
• Support variable schedules as needed, including nights, weekends, and additional hours

Benefits

• health, vision and dental benefits for contract employees
• Paid sick leave eligibility is contingent on state of residence
• Optional 401k Plan (excludes employer match)
• Opportunity to get your foot in the door at a well-established corporation, with potential for extended or permanent full-time employment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED