Production Test Technician Lead

Production Test Technician Lead

Job Category: Engineering and Technical Support

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Local

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The Opportunity

CACI International Inc. has an immediate opening for a Lead Test Technician located in Dulles, VA. The Lead Test Technician will manage and mentor a team of 4 Test Technicians that tests assemblies and components, performs verification and validation activities, develops and implements test fixtures, automates test methodologies and data collection devices. This position will work closely with Engineering and Program Managers to ensure our tests fully verify the operation of the assembled equipment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the test team by assigning tasks, setting priorities, and monitoring progress. The Test Lead will also provide guidance, support, and training to the team members, helping them improve their skills and productivity.
• Act as an individual contributor at times and mentor more junior team members.
• Provides technical and managerial leadership to the test personnel to impact test yield improvement, reduce test time, increase capacity, and eliminate false failures.
• Will be responsible for maintaining the test departments equipment and ensuring compliance for calibration and test plan/customer requirements.
• Will act as the test department's SME (Subject Matter Expert) to review and approve test plans/instructions for supporting programs and product realization through the production process.
• Interfaces with vendor support service groups to maintain knowledge and resolve technical problems.
• Focuses on policy and strategy implementation for short-term results (1 year or less) OR may manage project of significant size and impact to the company.
• Test and inspect basic electrical and electronic subassemblies, assemblies and systems to assure conformance to schematics and company and customer specifications.
• Set-up, calibrate and operate a wide variety of test equipment to include spectrum analyzers, signal generators and oscilloscopes.
• Interpret and follow written documents such as SOPs, testing procedures and safety rules.
• Troubleshoot digital and RF/mixed signal circuit cards to the component level.
• Perform basic circuit analysis to diagnose probable causes of malfunctions or failures where such causes may be directly traceable to the design and recommend to the Engineering Department the required changes.
• Other duties as assigned by manager

Qualifications

Required

• Ability to obtain TS SCI clearance.
• A self-starter with excellent verbal, written, and problem-solving skills.
• Associate's degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or related technical field and 5+ years' experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with lab equipment. (including but not limited to spectrum analyzers, signal generators, network analyzers, oscilloscopes, etc.)
• Ability to read and interpret schematics and drawings. (mechanical and electrical)
• Have a good working knowledge of digital and analog RF circuits.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Linux. (RHEL, CentOS, Debian)
• Ability to interface with all levels of internal management, as well as program sponsors and external contractors.

Desired

• Deep knowledge of Python and C languages.
• Programming and troubleshooting digital control circuits along with microwave experience.
• Direct and demonstrated experience in debugging of RF systems.
• Programming experience with micro-controllers, and embedded Linux.
• CompTIA Linux+ or Red Hat Certified Systems Administrator. (RHCSA)

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What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you'll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You'll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy.

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here.

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Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here .

The proposed salary range for this position is:
$85,800 - $180,200

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.