What are the responsibilities and job description for the Test Technician II position at Microlab?
Microlab products are known worldwide for their superior performance and are considered the gold standard in RF and Microwave distribution systems. Microlab, an RF Industries company, was founded in 1949; it designs and manufactures high-performance components such as dividers, directional couplers and filter
Scope:
Performs a variety of testing and troubleshooting on various instruments, RF components, sub-assemblies, SMT circuit cards for integration into full hardware systems.
Job Description Level 2:
- Read blueprints, wiring diagrams and schematic drawings. Use manufacturing and engineering instructions for testing assembled electronic units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components.
- Test electronic units and products, using standard and custom test equipment. Document and evaluate results to determine acceptable versus faulty performance, Repair and adjust as required to standard troubleshooting techniques.
- Perform preventative maintenance and calibration of equipment and systems.
- Assemble, test, and maintain circuitry or electronic components according to manufacturing and engineering instructions, technical manuals, and knowledge of electronics, using hand and power tools.
- Adjust and replace defective or improperly functioning circuitry and electronics components, using hand tools and soldering iron.
- Write reports and record data on testing techniques, laboratory equipment, and specifications to assist engineers.
- Maintain system logs and manuals to document testing and operation of equipment
- Records and analyzes data results from standard test routine formats and provides results to product and engineering teams.
· Troubleshoot RF based instrumentation equipment in the appropriate frequency range using standard RF instruments (spectrum analyzers, signal generators, current probe)
- Diligent in following ESD protocols
- Interpret data, basic understanding of DC and RF data: voltage, current, power, insertion loss, and return loss
- Works well as an equal in a technician team and demonstrates team leadership skills
- Good computer skills using various software programs (Microsoft office, Factory test codes)
- Good planning, organization, and time management skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet established deadlines
- Works well in both in high-production, as well as low-volume / high-mix environments
- Must maintain a clean safe work area compliant with ISO procedures, policies, and regulations
- Ask questions when instructions are not understood or unclear
Job Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent and 3 years of formal electronic mechanical assembly
- Requires the ability to read and interpret electronic and mechanical diagrams
- Excellent communications skills; computer proficiency; good analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong Assembly and RF Test skills required
- Works well as an equal in a technician team and demonstrates team leadership skills
- Excel formulas, PowerPoint simple programming skills
- Good computer skills using various software programs (Microsoft office, Factory test codes)
- Good planning, organization, and time management skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet established deadlines
We offer the following benefits to full-time employees who have met all eligibility requirements:
§ Group medical, dental and vision plans, group life/AD&D and long-term disability insurance
§ Group 401(k) plan with company matching contribution
§ Paid time off and company paid holidays
§ Casual business attire
Visit our corporate website at www.microlabtech.com.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $51,000.00 - $54,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: One location