Test Technician I

Sierra Nevada Corp

Sparks, NV

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Aerospace and Defense, Analysis Skills, Blueprints, Electronics, Government Regulations, Homeland Security, Identify Issues, International Trade Law, Laboratory Equipment, Leading Edge Technology, Lean Manufacturing, Lean Six Sigma, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Manual Dexterity, Manufacturing, Oscilloscope, Publications, Quality Assurance Methodology, Regulatory Compliance, Schematics, Six Sigma Certification, Spectrum Analyzers, Team Player, Test Automation, Test Equipment, Test Lab, Testing, United States Citizen, United States Department of Defense (DoD), United States Military
LOCATION
Sparks, NV
POSTED
30+ days ago

Do you have an aptitude for troubleshooting and technical expertise? We may have the opportunity for you! The Test Technician I performs standard testing processes on various equipment and analyzes the results. The technician will be responsible for test and fault isolation to ensure conformance with product specifications.

The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains - air, land, sea, space and cyber.

Responsibilities:

  • Run automated tests and be able to comprehend the results.

  • Ability to follow process guides and work instructions.

Qualifications You Must Have:

  • Associate's degree in a related field of study.

  • 0-1 years' experience as a technician or in a related field.

  • Relevant experience can be considered as a substitute for the required educational qualifications. In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 2 years of related experience is required.

  • Familiarity with technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals, and/or publications.

  • Familiarity with test concepts and techniques, and test standard lab equipment.

  • Basic understanding of test equipment including Signal generators, Spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes.

  • Good organizational skills

  • Must be able to work in a fast paced environment

Qualifications We Prefer:

  • Associate's degree with a focus on Electronics.

  • Prior experience in a manufacturing environment.

  • RF troubleshooting and testing experience.

  • Board level diagnostics.

  • Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense, or US Military.

  • Certification in Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing.

  • Familiarity with regulatory standards and compliance.

Essential Functions:

  • Perform testing processes on equipment, including the ability to lift up to 25 lbs regularly.

  • Conduct fault isolation and troubleshooting, requiring hand/finger dexterity.

  • Analyze and document test results, spending significant time on computers.

  • Work in potentially hazardous or loud environments, following safety protocols.

  • Ability to travel may be required.

  • For office roles, capability to work in an office or hybrid environment.

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant 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 or U.S. Department of Commerce.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We're known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation's most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

About the Company

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Sierra Nevada Corp

Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) is a world-class prime systems integrator and electronic systems provider known for its rapid, innovative, and agile technology solutions. Fast-growing and widely diversified, SNC is a high-tech electronics, engineering, and manufacturing corporation that continues to expand its impressive portfolio of capabilities, programs, products and services.

SNC is a privately held company under the leadership of CEO, Fatih Ozmen, and President and CFO, Eren Ozmen. Over the last 30 years under the Ozmen’s leadership, SNC has remained focused on providing its customers the very best in diversified technologies to meet their needs and has a strong and proven track record of success. Headquartered in Sparks, Nevada, SNC is the Top Woman Owned Federal Contractor in the United States.

Since SNC was founded in 1963, its strong tradition has been to develop and provide high technology Electronics, Avionics, and Communications systems. Investing heavily over the years in people, processes, modern facilities, and the state-of-the-art equipment, SNC continues to enhance our technical advantage to provide innovative and cost-effective solutions to our customer’s requirements. With numerous successful and diverse acquisitions, SNC continues to acquire new capabilities as we expand our tradition of excellence into the areas of Renewable Energy, Telemedicine, Nanotechnology, Cyber, Net-Centric Operations, Microsatellites and Human Space Flight.

SNC employs an extremely talented workforce of over 2100 people most of whom are scientists, engineers, or technical personnel with college or advanced degrees, and all of whom are dedicated to satisfying our customers' needs. Our 7 different Business Areas operate from 31 locations in 16 states along with numerous customer support sites located throughout the world. Please take a look around our website as it provides much more information about SNC to include a detailed de ion of each Business Area and their respective capabilities, programs, products, and services.

COMPANY SIZE
2,500 to 4,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Other/Not Classified
FOUNDED
1963
WEBSITE
http://www.sncorp.com/