Test Technician - 2nd Shift

Test Technician - 2nd Shift

Req

Location:

CLARKSBURG, MD, US, 20871

Date:
May 23, 2026

Thales Defense & Security, Inc. (TDSI) headquartered in Clarksburg, MD, is a U.S. company that has been serving domestic and international defense Air, Land and Sea domains for 60+ years.

With over 1,000 employees, TDSI and its four subsidiaries provide communication, visualization, signal intelligence/electronic warfare, and sensor/sonar capabilities to U.S. Joint Services, special operations forces, and multi‑national partners.

• Competitive Salary
• Yearly Incentive Compensation Plan
• Medical insurance for self and eligible family members
• Generous 401(k) program – up to 7% company contribution and 100% immediate vesting
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid wellness, vacation, and holiday leave
• Paid maternity, paternity, and parental leave
• 9/80 Work Schedule (every other Friday off)

We currently have openings for Test Technicians on 2nd shift in our Clarksburg, MD campus. Test Technicians will report to the Manager of Manufacturing. First shift hours are 5:00 am–2:30 pm. Second shift hours are 2:30 pm–12:00 am.
Second shift candidates must be able to train on first shift for up to 4 weeks before transferring to second shift.

• Perform board and unit level testing per test procedures with minimum supervision.
• Properly connect test equipment.
• Keep team lead informed of stack and product issues.
• Properly sign in on correct PIDs, complete ESD testing, and follow all manufacturing guidelines and procedures.
• Run most tests in factory.
• Support Environmental Stress Testing (ESS) with minimum supervision.
• Work safely with high voltage and high power transmitters.
• Maintain a neat and tidy work area and be compliant with ESD and FOD policies.

• U.S. Citizenship required. Applicants may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
• Excellent verbal and written communications – fluent in English.
• 2‑year Electronics degree or equivalent preferred.
• 2–4 years of equivalent experience.
• Basic understanding of electronics terminology and application (e.g., volts, amps, ohms, phase, modulation, dBm, dBc, intermodulation).
• Familiar with AC, DC, RF test and measurement equipment operation.
• Experience using Excel, Word, Outlook; SAP S/4/Hana preferred but not required.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs with or without assistance.
• Accountable for quality, quantity, and inspection of all work performed.
• Ability to comply with all company guidelines, policies, procedures and embrace company core values.

The hourly pay range for this role is $22.15 – $28.30 USD along with a target incentive compensation plan (ICP) of 3%.
Once training on 1st shift is successfully completed, 2nd shift employees will transition to 2nd shift and become eligible for an additional $1.50 per hour shift differential. The pay range provided is a good faith estimate representative of the experience level for the role described above. TDSI considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

For specific questions about this job posting, candidates may contact talent acquisition at

Thales Defense & Security, Inc. is committed to non‑discrimination as applicable under federal, state and local laws. We are an E‑Verify Employer.

If you need an accommodation or assistance in order to apply for a position with Thales Defense & Security, Inc., please call Human Resources at 240‑864‑7000.

Nearest Major Market:
Washington DC