Manufacturing Technician E (Test Technician)

Description:

Job Title: Manufacturing Technician E

Job Code: IMS20230908-104585

Job Location: Norfolk VA

Schedule: (5/40)

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Under limited supervision conducts evaluation, diagnostic, integration and final acceptance testing of surface ship and sub-surface vessel electronic equipment using established procedures. Troubleshoots problems to component level. Utilizes general testing equipment, which includes but is not limited to, oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, AC/DC clamp on ammeters, HI Pot testers, LCR meters, Automated Test Equipment, and custom-made test fixtures and test consoles. In the absence of established procedures, confers with Lead Test Technician, Supervisor Engineering Test – Mfg., or Sustaining Engineer. Properly documents all test findings as required and directed by departmental procedures.

Essential Functions:

• Documents information for failure analysis and reporting using the Failure Reporting and Corrective Action System and Failure Analysis Reports.
• Programs and verifies programmable integrated circuits using approved procedures and Quality Assurance software.
• Performs Factory Acceptance Test of completed systems using Quality Test Instructions and Factory Acceptance Test Procedures.
• As required, supports Engineering for First Article testing and Qualification testing.
• Identifies non-conforming material and initiates Material Discrepancy Reports.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Management.
• Identifies and initiates changes to test documents.
• Tests and troubleshoots complex Printed Wiring Assemblies, Subassemblies, Modules and Systems using Functional Test Procedures, Individual Acceptance Test Procedures, Technical Repair Standard Procedures, Quality Test Instructions, Return Acceptance Test Procedures, and Factory Acceptance Test Procedures.
• As directed by management, tests and troubleshoots test equipment and custom-made Test Fixtures and Test Sets using available documentation.

Qualifications:

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 10 years of prior relevant experience or 2 years post-Secondary/Associates Degree with a minimum of 6 years of prior related experience.

• Must have a working knowledge of computers.
• Must have the ability to troubleshoot product down to the failing sub assembly and or component on PCB assemblies.
• A working knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Office is a plus.
• Must be self-motivated and have the ability to handle and complete multiple tasks within defined time limitations.
• Must be adept at utilization and operation of general electronic test equipment.
• Must be able to correctly analyze and interpret drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, and specifications.
• Must have a good working knowledge of basic analog and digital components and circuitry.
• Must be able to correctly document specific details of each test failure encountered, as well as document and update daily status of each assigned repair.
• Must be able to work well with interdepartmental personnel.
• Must be able to read, understand and accurately follow Engineering Orders, Quality procedures, Test procedures, and operating instructions.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Demonstrated successful leadership by example
• J-STD certification is preffered
• Soft skills (I.E. Proficient in MS Office, Strong communication…)
• Must be able to exhibit a positive attitude and communicate clearly and effectively
• Must be able to obtain a security clearance.
• High level of skill with MS Office (excel, word, etc.)