Production Test Technician, 2nd Shift; Mon - Thurs

Production Test Technician, 2nd Shift (Mon
- Thurs 3:30 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.) )

Astronics Subsidiary Astronics AES

Location Redmond, WA

Astronics AES is seeking a Production Test Technician on 2nd shift in Redmond, WA
. This role will be working onsite Mon
- Thurs 3:30 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.

If you are interested in working at a dynamic company with a winning culture that has won awards as one of Washington's Best Places to work for 16 years consecutively, please read on!

The Production Test Technician should have basic mechanical/electrical knowledge and seek guidance from senior technicians as required. Duties include emphasis on 5S, safety, calibration, and quality, following set procedures and standard operational guidelines.

• Occasionally perform the set‑up, testing, and troubleshooting of circuits, components, instruments, and mechanical assemblies.
• Test and troubleshoot less complex assemblies and/or final systems.
• Occasionally complete rework on assemblies and/or systems as a result of testing.
• Occasionally prepare reports summarizing findings.
• Occasionally assist in the set‑up of specialized test equipment.
• Monitor and adjust production processes for quality and productivity.
• Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, or engineering instructions for assembling electronics units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components.

• Associate degree (AS) in Electronics Technology or related field/ equivalent electronics military schooling and experience required.
• High‑power electronics and/or high‑power avionics technician experience may be considered in lieu of formal education if total qualifying experience meets the required standards.
• Demonstrates familiarity (typically 1-2 years of direct experience in the essential functions of the position).

• Microsoft Office Suite
• Electrical/electronic knowledge
• Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
• Industrial control software – Control and data acquisition software (e.g., HiPot).
• Adjust or replace defective or improperly functioning circuitry or electronics components, using hand tools or a soldering iron.

• Manual dexterity
• Lifting heavy items (typically 40 lbs).
• Near vision
• Color and brightness differentiation – ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades and brightness.

• Exposure to high voltage
• Exposure to chemicals
• Exposure to LN2
• Moderate noise environment

• Must be a US Person under ITAR to be eligible.
• Offer of employment is contingent on passing a pre‑employment background screen and drug test, including screening for the use of cannabis.

Salary is $24.52 – $36.79 per hour plus an additional $2 per hour as a 2nd shift differential. Salary is determined by experience, qualifications, and market conditions.

• Health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, FSA, HSA, and voluntary coverage options.
• 401(k) & Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Employee Assistance Program and work/life balance culture.
• Generous Paid Time Off (starting at 120 hours annually) and 12 paid holidays per year.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.