Product Test Technician

Job Title: Manufacturing Technician Product Test

Job Code: 32128

Job Location: USA-UT-Salt Lake City

Schedule: 9/80- 2nd Shift

Job Description:

Performs in water acoustic and electronic testing and diagnosis of malfunctions on sonar transducers and hydrophones circuit boards major systems sub-systems and control boxes. Application of advanced electronic theory and use of schematics detailed specifications and complex test procedures with appropriate test equipment. Performs final test and/or diagnosis of malfunction of any electronic system. Highly developed support individual contributor. Works autonomously. May act as a mentor to lower-level peers and provide guidance on tasks. Makes recommendations for solutions. Works on assignments requiring judgment and initiative.

Essential Functions:

• Execute in-water acoustic testing and calibration of transducers in strict accordance with established procedures.
• Set up tests calibrate align units under test and troubleshoot test systems.
• Interpret and analyze blueprints schematics wiring diagrams sketches drawings and specifications with precision.
• Utilize complex test procedures schematics detailed specifications drawings and test equipment to isolate and document test faults accurately.
• Complete all necessary documentation accompanying hardware under test including travelers material repair authorizations factory acceptance test reports material rejection reports security marking security audit trails and test logs.
• Diagnose and resolve test problems ensuring the provision of accurate and repeatable data.
• Operate thermal chamber systems pressure vessels and shake consoles in conjunction with large shake tables.
• Perform functions associated with all manufacturing operations including collaborating with engineers on set-up and calibration tasks as well as conducting rework and quality testing related to the production of parts components subassemblies and final assemblies.
• Utilize complex software programs to collect and evaluate operating data conducting live adjustments to products instruments or equipment as necessary.
• Develop and implement methods and procedures to control or modify the manufacturing process working closely with engineers to conduct experiments.
• Collaborate with Management (Engineering and Operations) Engineers (Mfg Quality Test and Design) and Senior Test Technicians to resolve problems and suggest improvements with materials process and/or documentation. Adhere to security standards set forth by the facility security officer.
• Utilize company-supplied safety equipment and PPE as necessary.
• Work in close quarters suspended over a large acoustic test pond.
• Communicates between Operations and Engineering to share lessons learned with a focus on raising awareness within both parts of the organization.
• Provide system test and evaluation support including input to test plans and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Requires fully proficient job knowledge/skills. Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 6 years of prior relevant experience or 2 years post-Secondary/Associates Degree with a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience.
• Prior experience with test equipment and science instrumentation such as oscilloscopes signal analyzers signal generators power supplies DMM Hi-pots and impedance analyzers
• Prior Acoustic test or Navy Sonar testing are major benefits.
• Intermediate proficiency with MS Excel.
• U.S. citizen with ability to obtain a US Secret security clearance.
• Valid state drivers license.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Broad knowledge of electronics test equipment and troubleshooting skills.
• 2 years post-Secondary/Associates degree in Electronics Technology or related field
• Working knowledge of in-water acoustic test processes systems and PWB testing and troubleshooting.
• Flexibility to work variable schedules and additional hours as needed.
• Self-motivated individual with the ability to work and communicate effectively within a development group.
• Familiarity with LabVIEW
• Ability to speak read and write the English language.
• Works in a typical office environment with exposure to light manufacturing environment and outside weather elements.
• Good manual dexterity and balance to work in close quarters suspended over a large pond filled with water