Certification Test Technician

Overview

Certification Test Technician I
Astronics Subsidiary Astronics CSC, Washington
Location Kirkland, WA

Astronics Connectivity Systems & Certification - Kent designs, engineers, manufactures and certifies innovative, reliable digital in-flight entertainment and cabin management systems (IFE/CMS) for the corporate, private and VIP aircraft industry. Our custom digital applications have been installed and commissioned on a wide range of VIP/VVIP narrow body and widebody platforms in addition to numerous private and utility jet, turboprop, and helicopter models.

ACSC-Kent is a world leader in designing and integrating custom digital IFE/CMS systems. Our product line covers every facet of in-flight entertainment and cabin management control including: entertainment, lighting, call, temperature, audio/video on demand, tablet integration, real-time 3-D moving map, and much more. We also offer customized graphical user interfaces accessible on our touchscreens, allowing seamless and intuitive control of the IFE/CMS system.

• Review specifications and test requirements.
• Build test cables to production-level standards, including crimps, splices, heat shrink, wraps, and soldering. Solder and assemble components onto printed wiring boards.
• Conduct work using a microscope, including soldering and inspecting circuit card assemblies (CCAs).
• Check the functionality of units based on the engineering-released documents.
• Set up test equipment for functional and environmental testing according to DO-160 and other relevant standards.
• Conduct tests based on established requirements using digital multimeters (DMM), oscilloscopes, frequency generators, high-frequency power supplies, and other equipment to evaluate product performance and reliability.
• Analyze and interpret test data, reporting any abnormalities.
• If applicable, perform rework on failing units and assemble experimental units based on instructions from engineering and lab engineers, then conduct retesting.
• Coordinate with minimal supervision while demonstrating a high level of personal initiative.
• Assist other areas in maintaining project timelines.

Education/Experience
Associate’s degree; or a minimum of 2 years of related work experience in lieu of education.

• Communication Proficient
• Collaboration Skills
• Customer/Client Focus
• Organizational Skills
• Ethical Conduct
• Personal Effectiveness/Credibility
• Time Management
• Usage of Electronic Test Equipment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts or is exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The position may require occasional local travel to other test facilities.

* The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a drug test and background check, and applicants who do not successfully pass both the drug test and background check will not be considered for employment.

The current estimated yearly salary range for this position is $22.00 to $28.00 per hour. The salary range is applicable to positions within the Washington State and reflects various factors considered in compensation decisions. In addition, you will be eligible for our Quarterly Incentive compensation bonus. Astronics offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career growth.

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