Test Technician

RTX•Carlsbad, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Join a dynamic, fast-moving team in beautiful Carlsbad, California, where innovation meets ocean breezes! As a Test Technician, you’ll be at the heart of cutting-edge product development—powering breakthroughs by ensuring every component performs flawlessly. In this hands-on role, you’ll dive into electrical and mechanical testing, troubleshoot complex systems, and collaborate closely with engineers to bring next-generation technology to life. If you thrive on solving puzzles, love working with precision equipment, and get energized by the idea of transforming bold ideas into real-world performance, this role puts you right where the action is. Expect variety, challenge, and the satisfaction of knowing your expertise directly shapes products used around the world. Bring your curiosity, your technical skill, and your passion for excellence—Carlsbad is waiting for you.

Requirements

You Must Have
Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D in the US) or vocational/technical education in related discipline with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.

Nice To Haves

Qualifications We Prefer
2+ years direct experience in electronic test and troubleshooting
Understand theory of electronic circuitry & electrical components
Proficient in reading and interpreting assembly / test instructions, engineering standards, engineering prints, and schematics.
Ability to understand and operate electronic test equipment.

Responsibilities

Set up & operate a variety of test equipment
Test a variety of electronic units using prescribed test procedures
Configure and/or verify regular test equipment to fit special tests
Perform complex technical tasks in a wide variety, or specialized areas, requiring advanced skills and developed expertise in electronic test to the component level of avionics equipment in accordance with approved drawings, specifications and procedures.
Expert at the application of electronic theory to test, troubleshoot, determine solutions applicable to the area/product/ or program charter.
Identify problems, identify solutions and effectively implement corrective action.
Perform product testing as directed.
Use precision measuring equipment, read detailed mechanical drawings and be able to interpret specifications and requirements.
Troubleshoot, diagnose, and identify calibration and equipment problems.
Highly proficient at test data analysis.
Inspect/verify materials/parts and sub-assemblies to ensure proper identification, configuration, segregation and quality status.
Subject matter expert on technical issues and should be able to fill in for any absent technician.
Write technical and/or administrative reports as required.
Assist Technicians and/or Engineers in defining, analyzing, and solving problems.
Provide support as needed for lean events and Total Productive Maintenance activities.
Mentor less experienced technicians to achieve established objectives.
Perform as member of a team utilizing effective communication skills.
Actively promotes team decision making.
Directly interface with responsible personnel from various departments on technical matters related to specific problems/issues.
Flexibility to support production schedule requiring working overtime hours and alternate shift hours.

Benefits

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional coverages you can buy:
Pet Insurance, Home and Auto, additional life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal
Ovia Health, fertility and family planning
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 5 free counseling sessions
Redbrick - Incentives for a Healthy You
Autism Benefit
Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
Adoption Assistance
Best Doctors, second opinion program
And more!
Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.
Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.