Electronic Test Technician

Acara Solutions is seeking a highly qualified candidates to work as a Test Technician in San Diego, CA with our partner.

Here is what you will get:Pay Rate $25 per hour. Shift: 2nd shift Hours: 2:00-10:00pm Here is what you will do:Responsibilities:

• Uses standardized tools and electronic equipment (i.e., torque wrenches, electric and pneumatic screwdrivers and ball drivers, lifting equipment, computers, oscilloscopes) to assemble/install/remove or perform testing and troubleshooting.
• Performs a variety of moderately complex technical service/support duties requiring specialized knowledge (i.e., sub-assembly, assembly, build, test, R&D, QA)
• May utilize functional area databases to run reports and analyze/trend data; Makes recommendations to management in order to meet production needs.
• May interfaces with engineers to support special tests and experiments with detailed instructions.
• Assists in documenting and monitoring safety or security violations critical to product quality or operations.
• May use specialized test equipment such as leak testing, Hi - Pot and alignment instruments.
• May troubleshoot failures with pressurized Gas, and Water systems with Helium.
• Reads and understands business documents such as Bill of Materials, routing sheets, inventory records and work instructions.
• Assists in applying labels to panels, modules, and doors to cleanliness and workmanship standards.
• Uses cleaning cloths with Acetone, Methanol, and Isopropyl alcohol to wipe surfaces prior to shipping product.
• Maintains a clean work area and is responsible for designated tools (routine maintenance and calibration).

Required Skills / Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent experience.

• Associate's Degree in technical or scientific field is highly desired
• minimum of four (4) years of related work experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret data, information, documents and engineering drawings.
• Able to use electric/pneumatic tools.
• Must be able to follow written assembly procedures and bill of materials (BOM).
• Ability to perform in-process quality inspections of components and/or full assemblies within the Manufacturing area(s)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Requires general computer skills and knowledge.

Preferred Skills / Qualifications:

• Experience working with precision optical components is desirable.
• ESD experience is desirable.
• Experience in using electronic, pneumatic, and hand tools preferred.
• Experience with electro-optical and/or opto-mechanical systems as well as environmental testing is desired.
• Experience with Automated Testing Equipment, LabVIEW preferred.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and 5S principles preferred

Job Types: Temp-to-hire, Full-time

Salary: From $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Test Technician: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road