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Job Title: Test Technician 2

Job Code: 22142

Job Location: Northampton, MA – (Responsibilities must be performed on-site.)

Job Schedule: 9/80 Work Schedule – (Every other Friday is a non-workday.)

Job Description:   

Responsible for performing functions associated with all manufacturing operations, including working with engineers in set-up and calibration tasks, as well as performing rework, troubleshooting, and quality testing related to the production of parts, components, subassemblies, and final assemblies. Uses sophisticated programs to collect and evaluate operating data to conduct on-line adjustments to products, instruments, or equipment. Determines and may assist in developing methods and procedures to control or modify the manufacturing process.

Essential Functions:

• Set-up and utilize test equipment
• Must have a strong working knowledge of electronics and circuits
• Must have the ability to troubleshoot to component level
• Able to read and interpret electrical schematic diagrams and engineering drawings
• Must be proficient using a broad range of test equipment such as multi meters oscilloscopes, millivolt standards, angle position indicators, function generators scope-meters, and chart recorders
• Be familiar with the use of a variety of R.F. test equipment such as sweep oscillators, scalar network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, power meters, directional couplers and precision variable attenuators
• Inspect incoming electrical and electronic components for compliance to purchase orders, drawing specifications and other applicable data
• Demonstrate superior attention to detail when performing inspections.
• Closely follow detailed test procedures
• Bring any errors found in test procedures during test forward for correction to improve the quality of documentation and company processes
• Set up test equipment to perform component level acceptance tests
• Test products at unit level and perform testing at system level configurations
• Verify performance of all products to acceptance test procedures
• Work with specialized test set-ups in anechoic chambers, and environmental chambers
• Perform vibration testing
• Use specialized test equipment
• Diagnose, troubleshoot and isolate faults with electronic and electro optical assemblies
• Perform tear down, inspection and evaluation of products returned for repair
• Complete detailed paperwork for returned items to aid in the quoting process of repair contracts
• Interface with government representatives and customers during product acceptance testing
• When requested, train customers on operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of their equipment and systems
• Perform detailed inspections and complete test procedures with customer witness
• Ability to be certified to the latest industry electronic component assembly standards
• Must be willing to work with others and adhere to all company policies and practices
• Perform other duties as assigned

Job Qualification Requirements:  

High school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 4 years relevant experience or 2 years Secondary/Associate Degree with 0 to 2 years of prior experience

• United States Citizenship required with ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, operation data sheets & computerized instructions

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Soft skills (I.E. Proficient in MS Office, Strong communication…)
• Knowledge (basic) of SAP
• Problem Solving
• IPC-610, IPC-620 and J-STD 001 2

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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