Test Technician

Perform functional testing, tuning and diagnostics of products, as well as diagnostics at component level for both prime products and repairs. You'll also be required to keep accurate test records, carry out any maintenance tasks and aid other disciplines to improve overall cost and quality of product.
Main Duties:

* Perform functional testing of electronic assemblies to required contractual, quality and schedule requirements

* Diagnose boards/units down to component level on failing products and recommend appropriate corrective actions.

* Diagnose test equipment related faults

* Execution of preventative maintenance and calibration plans for test equipment

* Record accurate test records and provide requested yield & failure reports

* Assist engineering with any ongoing investigations / initiatives

* Aid the continual improvement of efficiency in designated test area(s)

Your skills:

* Minimum of HNC in electronics or relevant experience

* Tuning of circuitry to achieve performance specification

* Proven ability to set up and utilise various types of lab equipment (including complex instrumentation) for manual production test & debug purposes.

* Has a good understanding of electronics (including theoretical and practical knowledge of circuitry), able to interpret circuit diagrams and can communicate circuit functionality effectively.

* Can interpret test specifications to carry out manual production test requirements & debug.

* Can work to production schedules without detracting from product quality and any contractual requirements.

Experience we'd prefer:

* Understanding principles & controls required when working with RF circuitry

* Ideally have experience with testing and diagnostics of complex electronics products down to component level

* Significant experience and knowledge of various ATE’s (automated test equipment)

* Confident, self starter who can operate with little supervision

* Ability to communicate at all levels across a range of disciplines

* Flexibility in working hours, as shift work may be required (shifts determined on your preference)

Please note:

all candidates must have 3 years UK residency and be subject to a BPSS background check