Production Test Technician, 2nd shift (Mon - Thurs 3:30 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.) (2023-043)

This is a second shift position. Hours are Monday - Thursday 3:30 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.

JOB SUMMARY

The Production Test Technician will test assembled parts or products for defects, wear, and deviations from specifications using precision measuring instruments and complex test equipment. This position will carry out their duties with an emphasis on 5s, safety, calibration, and quality while following set procedures and standard operational guidelines.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Test and troubleshoot less complex assemblies and/or final systems
• Monitor and adjust production processes for increased quality and productivity
• Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, or engineering instructions for assembling electronics units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components
• May occasionally set-up, test, and troubleshoot circuits, components, instruments, and mechanical assemblies
• May occasionally complete rework on assemblies and/or systems due to testing faults
• May occasionally prepare brief reports to summarize test findings
• May occasionally assist in the set-up of specialized test equipment

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience:

• Associate degree (AS) in Electronics Technology or related field/ equivalent electronics military schooling and experience required

• High-power electronics and/or high-power avionics technician experience may be considered in lieu of formal education. Total qualifying experience must meet the years, duties, skills and proficiency required to perform the position level standards.

• Demonstrates competency (typically 1-2 years of direct experience in the essential functions of the position)

Technical Skills:

• Microsoft Office Suite
• Electrical/electronic knowledge
• Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming
• Industrial control software — Control and data acquisition software (ie HiPot)
• Adjust or replace defective or improperly functioning circuitry or electronics components, using hand tools or soldering iron

Physical Abilities:

• Manual dexterity
• Lifting heavy (typically 40 lbs) items
• Near vision
• Color and brightness differentiation - The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness

Work Environment:

• Exposure to high voltage
• Exposure to chemicals
• Exposure to LN2
• Moderate noise environment

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Must be a US Person (under ITAR rules) to be eligible.

An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a drug test and background check. Applicants who do not successfully pass both the drug test and background check will not be considered for employment.

ACCOMMODATION REQUEST

Astronics AES is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail recruiting@astronics.com or call: 425-881-1700. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

Salary is $24.52 - $36.79 per hour plus a $2 per hour shift differential. Several job-related and non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to experience in comparable roles, skill sets, training, education, licensure or certifications, other qualifications, market conditions and business needs influence actual salary offered.

Astronics AES offers a competitive benefits package including:

Stay Healthy – Health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, FSA, HSA, as well as voluntary life/AD&D, voluntary critical illness, accident prevention and hospital indemnity

Save for the Future – 401K & Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Find Balance – Employee Assistance Program, work/life balance culture

Time for You – Generous Paid Time Off, starting at 120 hours annually, plus 12 Paid Holidays per year