Test Technician III

Test Technician III

To perform a variety of difficult technical assignments such as tuning, testing, troubleshooting electronic components and systems. Works from sketches and verbal instructions under limited supervision.

Machine and Equipment Used: VNA, PNA, Oscilloscope, DVM, spectrum analyzer, and other test equipment

Performs difficult electronic, mechanical and technical assignments such as tuning, troubleshooting, adjusting, testing electronic and mechanical equipment, tubes, microwave products, component and systems, works from schematics, engineering drawings, written and verbal instructions.

Conducts testing of electronic systems and improvises procedures and processes if necessary.

Develops or modifies electronic products and equipment to company or customer requirements.

Operates related electronic equipment necessary to tune, test, troubleshoot and maintain specific products and equipment.

Evaluates various types of electronic products and equipment and develops tuning, test and alignment procedures.

Recommends changes or modifications to improve the operation or quality of electronic products and equipment.

Determines methods, operations and sequences in settling procedures for tuning, testing, troubleshooting, processing and modifying electronic products as required.

Designs and improvises difficult electronic equipment, tools, and fixtures as required.

Performs the more complex analyses of rejected returned, or in-process microwave tubes in support of engineering/manufacturing as required.

Provides technical assistance, aides in training and leadership as necessary.

Ability to train others on various standard electronic and technical assignments

Performs other duties as needed and assigned.

Proficient in use of VNA, PNA, Oscilloscope, DVM, spectrum analyzer, and other test equipment

Proficient computer skills

Team-oriented

Strong communication skills

Good manual dexterity

Ability to use microscope daily

Typically requires A.A degree in related technology or equivalent technical training plus eight 6-9 years related experience or the combination of experience and training equal to ten (10) years.

An in-depth understanding of the instruments and equipment encountered in assigned area.

Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to obtain/maintain a U.S. Department of Defense Security Clearance

This position requires potential access to technology controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The successful candidate must be a "U.S. Person" as defined under ITAR and EAR.

With a history spanning more than seven decades, Communications & Power Industries' thousands of products have impacted people's lives in numerous unseen ways every day.

CPI is headquartered in Plano, Texas and is a global manufacturer of electronic components and subsystems. We have manufacturing locations in the United States, Canada, Europe, and Asia. With a heritage of technological excellence, our team serves customers in the communications, defense, medical, industrial, and scientific markets.

We offer our employees an attractive compensation package with competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including health and wellness programs, career development, generous retirement savings plan with company match and more!

We value the unique and diverse skills, qualities, and backgrounds that each employee brings to CPI, and we respect each employee as an integral member of our growing team. CPI is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all current and prospective employees, as well as to promoting a culture of inclusion and respect for everyone.

CPI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.