Test Equipment Technician; Onsite

Test Technician

Step into the future with Collins Aerospace in Cheshire, CT, as a dynamic Test Technician! In this pivotal role, you'll be at the forefront of innovation, working on the cutting-edge of flight hardware technology. Your mission? To troubleshoot, fabricate, and document state-of-the-art test equipment that supports critical commercial and military applications. With your electro-mechanical expertise and keen problem-solving skills, you'll tackle exciting challenges and make a tangible impact on the aerospace industry.

This is not just a job—it's an adventure. You'll collaborate with a team of forward-thinkers to maintain and develop sophisticated test systems, troubleshoot complex issues, and drive technical excellence across the organization. If you're passionate about hands-on work and eager to push the boundaries of technology, this role offers the thrill and fulfillment you've been searching for. Join us, and let's soar to new heights together!

What You Will Do

• Assist in designing, fabricating, and documenting new test equipment for production and engineering evaluation testing
• Support test engineering projects including upgrading existing test equipment
• Test, troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical test equipment
• Reverse engineer and document existing cables and equipment
• Order and replace equipment parts
• Read electrical schematics and wire to J-Std 001 Requirements
• Follow calibration procedures for troubleshooting systems
• Report weekly status reports to higher management
• Provide technical support to engineers and operations.
• Ensures EH&S compliance
• Train other technicians as needed plant wide
• Develop Calibration procedures for record keeping and troubleshooting.

What You Will Learn

• Advanced Test Equipment Design:
  Master the art of fabricating cutting-edge test equipment for both production and engineering evaluation, gaining hands-on experience in optimizing functionality and performance
• Complex Troubleshooting
  
  Skills:
  
  Develop expertise in troubleshooting and repairing intricate electrical and mechanical test equipment, honing your ability to diagnose and solve technical challenges under pressure
• Electro-Mechanical Integration:
  Gain deep insights into the integration of electronic circuit boards and cables, learning how to build components into functional test stations that meet stringent industry standards
• Project Management and Reporting:
  Enhance your project management skills by reporting weekly status reports to senior management, gaining proficiency in communication and organizational oversight
• Compliance and Safety Standards:
  Ensure compliance with Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) regulations, mastering essential protocols that uphold workplace safety and environmental responsibility

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires an AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience.
• U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee or asylee) or eligible to obtain necessary export authorizations required

Qualifications We Prefer

• Electrical Engineering 2 year degree with experience working within small electromechanical or gyroscope similar assembly/products
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite Software such as MS Word, MS Excel, etc
• Some Experience with Final Acceptance Test Equipment (i.e. Multi-Axis Rate Table and Vibration Heads and Environment Stress Systems)
• ERP experience such as SAP, Oracle, etc
• Related Mechanical/Electrical Process Engineering experience
• RCCA tool practice such as Six Sigma and ACE
• A hands on Multitasking mentality.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal,  protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption Assistance
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
• And more!