Technician Job Description

Major Responsibilities: Tests, tunes, aligns, troubleshoots and repairs thin film hybrid millimeter and microwave frequency products and multi-function assemblies.

Typical Duties:

• Tests, tunes, aligns, troubleshoots, and repairs circuits and products
• Inspects components to ensure they meet Quality Assurance (QA) standards and product specifications
• Ensures Top Level product specifications are accurate
• Reviews circuit level component specs. and parts lists when new orders are received
• Interfaces with assemblers regarding parts availability
• Sets up test procedures
• Typically identifies problems restricting manufacturing throughput and recommends solutions
• Typically trains other technicians
• May perform design tests for engineering
• May analyze RMA’s and recommend corrective actions as required
• May be a Product Team leader
• Above average productivity and ability to work on complex products

Equipment used:

Education and Experience:

• Requires HS diploma or equivalent; prefer AS degree in Electronics or equivalent training
• Requires understanding of RF, DC and electronics theory
• Requires 5+ years applicable work experience
• Requires good hand-eye coordination
• Prefer familiarity with thin film assembly techniques
• Minimal supervision required

Physical Requirements:

• Technicians are required to remain stationary (sitting or standing) for long periods of time and use hands to handle objects, delicate instruments, and/or controls.
• Technicians may occasionally be required to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Technicians must have good vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust eye focus to work with a microscope up to 12 hours per day.

Work Environment:

• The manufacturing assembly and test area has equipment with high heat, electricity, and sharp tools.
• Individuals may be required to handle hazardous materials.