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Test Technician

PDS Defense Inc.

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Torrance, CA
Secret Polygraph Unspecified
Career Level not specified
$68,300 - $84,100

Job Description

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Test Technician, in Torrance, CA. Job ID#216320

Pay Rate: $68,300 - $84,100/yrly

Job Description:

This is an exciting role in a growing company. The ideal candidate for the position is someone who has experience in product development, manufacturing, electronics, and mechanical assembly. The role is critical to success of hardware and will be responsible for RF circuit board testing. This position will also be flexible and support electro-mechanical assembly and harness building as required.

Responsibilities:
• Understands, plans, and executes testing and troubleshooting activities to produce a prototype, MIL-STD understanding desired
• Assembles LRU and element array with direction from Engineers
• Utilizes standard laboratory test equipment including: oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, voltmeters, and other measurement equipment to perform engineering support functions
• Troubleshoots equipment using standard documentation packages including assembly drawings and schematics
• Works with various levels of the system (from the board and component level to the LRU, to the system level) to identify and resolve performance problems
• Mentors less experienced peers and provides feedback on assembly work
• Capable of completing assembly and harness building work in addition to test tasks.

Basic Qualifications:
• Experience with electro-mechanical assembly
• Minimum of 2 years RF test experience
• Testing and troubleshooting skills with the capability of defining and configuring standard and special test equipment to perform tests at the circuit card, LRU or system level
• Ability to work with standard laboratory test equipment
• Knowledge of Environmental, Health and Safety elements, especially related to RF testing
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Computer skills to use MES system, JIRA, etc.
• Collaborative; capable of working across all levels of the organization
• US Citizen and/or Permanent Resident (future security clearance may be required)

Preferred Skills and Experience:
• Associates Degree in technical field or equivalent trade school or military training.
• 2-4 years of related experience
• Soldering certification and experience soldering cables and harnesses (circuit boards come pre-assembled)
• Aerospace/Defense experience and/or military experience
• Knowledge of Production Systems and Lean Manufacturing elements
• Experience with ISO9001/AS9100 quality management systems elements

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
• To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.

Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit http://www.tadpgs.com/candidate-privacy/ or https://pdsdefense.com/candidate-privacy/

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
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About Us
PDS Defense offers talent acquisition and SOW/Engineering solutions in the aerospace, defense, machinery, communications, energy, technology, and service industries. We’re focused on developing strong, lasting relationships with our customers to deliver creative and comprehensive solutions that support their talent acquisition strategies. Our flexible business model allows us to provide not only solutions for contract and direct opportunities, but also offload engineering design services, SOW projects, and more. Consistently ranked among the nation’s top firms, PDS Defense ensures fulfillment of your human capital needs by delivering quality talent in minimal time. We also have one of the best records for contractor longevity among staffing agencies. That translates into more stable workforces, smoother operations, and better results for our customers. If you’re looking for a talent acquisition partner that is as focused on your success as you are, PDS Defense is the answer.
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