Test Technician III - Production Test Technician

Overview

On Site
Depends on Experience
Contract - W2

Skills

Quality Control (QC)
Quality Assurance (QA)

Job Details

Test Technician III - Production Test Technician
Department: Manufacturing
Location: Lynnwood, WA – Onsite (7:00AM-3:30PM)
Role Type: Contract
Clearance: Secret

About Our Client
Our client develops, integrates, and deploys advanced technology solutions that address existing and emerging missions for a range of customers across the Department of Defense (DoD). Their Lynnwood, WA facility is expanding operations based on significant business growth and is building a production capability from the ground up for a diverse range of innovative products that support critical defense missions.

Job Description
As a Production Test Technician, you will work closely with manufacturing engineers and technicians to assemble and test electro-mechanical devices, improve production processes, and ensure a clean and organized manufacturing floor.
Your primary responsibilities include factory acceptance testing of complex electro-mechanical devices using Linux systems, test and data collection using various lab equipment, and operation of industrial environmental chambers. You'll work in a pilot production line environment with a team of 8 manufacturing engineers and technicians, focusing on learning assembly processes rapidly and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
The ideal candidate brings a background in sophisticated electro-mechanical products for DoD customers, experience with CCA and Piezo electric testing, 2+ years of Linux experience, and the ability to obtain SECRET clearance.

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Perform factory acceptance testing of complex electro-mechanical devices using Linux systems.
  • Conduct test and data collection using various lab equipment including oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, and impedance analyzers.
  • Operate and maintain industrial environmental chambers performing Highly Accelerated Stress Screens.
  • Perform inspection and test of CCAs and Piezo electrics for conformance to test specifications.
  • Lead process improvement projects in work cells and on the manufacturing floor.
  • Suggest redlines to work instructions and test procedures to document improvements.
  • Ensure an organized and clean workspace (5S) including total preventive maintenance of equipment, tooling, and fixtures.
  • Foster an environment of continuous improvement using industry’s best practices such as Root Cause Analysis and Kaizen.
  • Read, interpret, and understand assembly drawings and technical documentation.
  • Rapidly understand test procedures and their requirements.
  • Use hand tools, power tools, adhesives, and scales competently.
  • Maintain compliance with ESD, FOD, and EH&S requirements.
  • Document test results and maintain accurate records using Microsoft Office applications.

Required Experience/Skills
  • Background in development, production, delivery, and ongoing support of sophisticated electro-mechanical products that serve DoD customer requirements.
  • Experience with inspection and test of CCAs and Piezo electrics for conformance to test specifications.
  • 2 years of experience operating Linux computers.
  • Experience with ESD, FOD, and EH&S requirements.
  • Ability to read, interpret, and understand assembly drawings.
  • Ability to rapidly understand test procedures and their requirements.
  • Competent in using hand tools, power tools, adhesives, and scales.
  • Competent in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio).
  • Ability to lead process improvement projects.
  • Experience suggesting improvements to work instructions and test procedures.
  • HIGH SCHOOL diploma or equivalent and 3+ years of prior relevant experience.
  • SECRET security clearance or ability to rapidly attain one.

Nice-to-Haves
  • Experience operating Qualmark Typhoon 3.0 Chamber or equivalent.
  • Experience troubleshooting electrical systems.
  • J-STD-001 and/or IPC-A-610 Certification.
  • Competent in using crimpers, wire strippers, and soldering irons.
  • Knowledge and experience with ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Standards.
  • Experience in world-class lean manufacturing.

Education
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • 3+ years of prior relevant experience required.

Join Our Manufacturing Team!
If you're an experienced production technician with a background in electro-mechanical products and DoD customer requirements, we invite you to apply. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge defense systems while contributing to the growth of our expanding Lynnwood facility.

Keywords: Production Test Technician | Electro-Mechanical | Linux | CCA Testing | Piezo Electronics | SECRET Clearance | Manufacturing | DoD | Defense Systems | Lynnwood WA | Quality Control | Test Equipment
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