Electronics Technician Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Associate degree in electronics, electrical engineering technology, or a related technical field; or an equivalent combination of education, technical training, and relevant experience.
• At least one year of related electronics testing, troubleshooting, repair, or manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Experience reading electronic schematics, wiring diagrams, assembly drawings, and technical specifications.
• Experience using digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, signal generators, and related electronic test equipment.
• Working knowledge of analog and digital electronic circuits, components, soldering, inspection, and troubleshooting methods.
• Ability to follow controlled procedures and accurately document test results, defects, repairs, and corrective actions.
• Ability to identify patterns, analyze test data, and apply sound technical judgment to standardized and nonstandard problems.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with employees across Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing.
• Ability to organize work, manage multiple priorities, and complete assignments with limited supervision.
• Ability to use computers and learn KMC Controls software, Epicor, and electronic test applications.
• Ability to read and interpret technical instructions, correspondence, drawings, schematics, and test procedures; document findings; and present information effectively in one-on-one and small-group settings.
• Ability to perform arithmetic using whole numbers, fractions, decimals, ratios, and basic algebra as needed for testing and analysis.
• Ability to apply practical and technical reasoning to diagnose problems involving multiple variables and determine appropriate next steps.

Nice To Haves

• IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, soldering, or related electronics certifications are preferred but not required unless assigned by KMC Controls.
• KMC product knowledge expectation: Level 3 - Proficient, or the ability to achieve that level through assigned training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Review work orders, test schedules, test procedures, specifications, wiring diagrams, schematics, drawings, and other controlled documents to determine required test methods and equipment.
• Conduct functional and electrical testing of electronic assemblies and finished products to verify compliance with specifications and determine the cause of product failures.
• Perform testing under specified environmental conditions, which may include temperature variation, vibration, pressure, and humidity.
• Set up, operate, verify, and calibrate test instruments and equipment in accordance with applicable procedures and specifications.
• Read and interpret test measurements, including voltage, current, frequency, resistance, distortion, inductance, and capacitance.
• Compare test results with established specifications; accurately record numerical, graphical, repair, inspection, and test data in required systems and documents.
• Troubleshoot electronic assemblies and finished products to component or circuit level and complete approved repairs or rework.
• Develop, modify, or maintain test programs, test methods, fixtures, and equipment as assigned.
• Build and maintain production test fixtures as directed by Manufacturing Engineering or Engineering.
• Evaluate nonstandard products and customer-returned units; document findings and recommend product, process, or testing improvements.
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, supervisors, and production employees to resolve testing and manufacturing issues.
• Assist with improving production yields, reducing recurring defects, and supporting corrective-action activities.
• Create or update test, repair, inspection, and training procedures, including soldering-related training materials when assigned.
• Use ERP software, company test software, and other approved systems to complete production, testing, repair, and documentation requirements.
• Follow ESD controls, safety procedures, quality requirements, work instructions, and KMC Controls policies at all times.
• Immediately report conditions that could compromise employee safety, product quality, equipment, or compliance.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.