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Test Technician (2nd shift 2:30pm-12:00am)

Mercury Systems

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

$20.50 - $28/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 22 days ago

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8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 15 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

46th of 159 rated electronics manufacturers

Job description

Mercury Systems is looking for a skilled, mid-level, test technician to help complete a variety of tasks relating to testing complex PCB units. To be successful, you will need to demonstrate problem solving abilities on moderate to complex issues on digital systems using a variety of testing tools, including flying probes, environmental testing, meters and analyzers and various software.
Job Responsibilities:
  • Apply electronics principles in the test and troubleshooting of high-density multi-system (multiple CPU/FPGA) assemblies, to component level
  • Perform electrical testing of multiple PCB assemblies via Takaya Flying Probe equipment
  • Selection, set up, and deployment of test equipment and programming necessary for flying probe testing
  • Ensure that test processes and equipment are configured correctly for each test.
  • Measure, collect, and record all performance data
  • Troubleshooting of systems, devices, processes and/or test set-ups to locate and repair defective areas
  • Submission of defects reporting, non-conforming materials reports, and communication with production team in resolution of defects/product failures
  • Any other task assigned by supervisor

Required Qualifications:
  • Typically requires 1-3 years of experience in testing Printed Circuit Boards in a manufacturing environment
  • Experience performing complex testing and moderate problem solving on digital systems and subassemblies on Flying Probe equipment.
  • Ability to prepare complex test reports and data in accordance with functional and acceptance level test procedures
  • Understanding of electrical theory and principles such as Ohm's law and circuit analysis

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Excellent Teamwork and Communications Skills
  • Ability to read and interpret complex schematics
  • Microsoft Office, Oracle, FactoryLogix/Aegis, terminal emulator applications, Siemens Valor suite and Test Expert/Takaya working knowledge preferred
  • Has an understanding of manufacturing quality standards and can read schematics or other technical data as needed
  • Has prepared complex test reports
  • Perform complex testing; Thermal, Shock, Vibration and Environmental Tests
  • Experience troubleshooting and determining root cause for issues
  • Use of test equipment including oscilloscopes, digital multi-meters, serial emulators, networking devices, and other tools found in a testing laboratory

Why should you join Mercury Systems?
Mercury Systems is a technology company that makes the world a safer, more secure place. We push processing power to the tactical edge, making the latest commercial technologies profoundly more accessible for today's most challenging aerospace and defense missions. From silicon to system scale, Mercury enables customers to accelerate innovation and turn data into decision superiority. Headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, Mercury employs more than 2,300 people in 24 locations worldwide. To learn more, visit mrcy.com
Our Culture
We are committed to making Mercury a great place to work, no matter where our employees are located. We offer a casual and enjoyable atmosphere that allows employees to learn and grow. We help and care for one another and work as one to achieve results for us and for our customers. We value communication and transparency, and strive to foster two-way dialogue at all levels of the organization. We are committed to lifelong learning, offering comprehensive skills training and tuition reimbursement. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or you are an experienced professional, it's important to us that you feel recognized and rewarded for your contributions.
To find out more about Why Mercury?, or visit the Mercury Community or find answers to general questions at Mercury FAQs
Mercury Systems is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, creed, citizenship, disability, protected veteran or marital status.
As an equal opportunity employer, Mercury Systems is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact the number below for assistance.
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