Test Technician

Position Overview

Are you ready to make an impact in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment? Pac Sci EMC is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Test Technician – Aerospace & Defense Systems to join our high-growth team. In this pivotal role, you’ll be at the forefront of testing and validating cutting-edge products that support national security and space exploration. You’ll collaborate with engineering and production teams to ensure our products meet the highest standards of quality, reliability, and safety.

Test Technician

• Design Verification & Acceptance Testing:
  Lead the verification and acceptance testing of advanced electronic and pyrotechnic products for aerospace and defense applications.
• Test Setup & Execution:
  Set up and operate a variety of test equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, environmental chambers, etc.) to evaluate product performance, reliability, and safety.
• Procedure Compliance:
  Execute tests in strict accordance with Acceptance Test Procedures (ATPs), Qualification Test Procedures (QTPs), and In-Process Test Procedures (ITPs).
• Troubleshooting & Maintenance:
  Diagnose, calibrate, and adjust test equipment, components, and systems to ensure optimal operation.
• Documentation:
  Maintain meticulous records and generate comprehensive test reports to support product certification and continuous improvement.
• Tool Utilization:
  Employ a range of hand and power tools, as well as precision measuring devices, to support testing activities.
• Continuous Improvement:
  Contribute to the development of new testing methodologies and participate in process improvement initiatives.
• Collaboration:
  
  Work cross-functionally to resolve technical challenges and drive product excellence.
• Environmental & Stress Testing:
  Conduct rigorous environmental, stress, and durability tests to validate product integrity.
• Dimensional & Schematic Interpretation:
  Interpret complex dimensional and schematic drawings to ensure accurate test setups.

• Experience:
  
  5+ years as a Test Technician, ideally in aerospace, defense, or a related high-reliability industry.
• Technical Proficiency:
  Skilled in using electronic test equipment (voltmeters, oscilloscopes, etc.) and mechanical measuring tools (micrometers, calipers).
• Analytical
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong ability to interpret technical drawings and optimize test setups.
• Hands‑On Expertise:
  Manual soldering of SMD components and practical troubleshooting skills.
• Software
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Mobility:
  Willing and able to travel to the Hollister, CA site up to 75% during the first 90 days (for training).
• Education:
  
  High school diploma or equivalent required;
  Associate’s degree in a related field or military experience preferred.
• This role is subject to ITAR regulations.

• Test lab environment with required PPE.
• Standing for 8–10 hours per day.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate test results, observations, anomalies, and troubleshooting findings.
• Calibration
  
  Experience:
  
  Experience performing equipment setup, calibration verification, and test system maintenance activities.
• Military
  
  Experience:
  
  Military electronics, avionics, communications, radar, or related technical military experience is highly valued.

The salary range for this position (in local currency) is 38,700..

This position is also eligible for bonus as part of the total compensation package.

The essential duties of this position require adherence to U.S. Government export control regulations. Accordingly, candidates must either be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, or protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) or be prepared to collaborate with the company in securing the necessary U.S. government export authorizations. While the company encourages all interested applicants to apply, please be aware that ongoing employment is dependent upon obtaining the appropriate government export authorizations.

Pac Sci EMC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, sex, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, or veteran status. Nonetheless, US citizenship is a requirement for this position due to U.S. Government contractual requirements.