Electrical Engineer Test Specialist

Job Title

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81617 - Electrical Engineer Test Specialist
Job Location

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Hunt Valley MD 21030
Onsite Requirements:
RF
electronics testing
Calibrating electronic systems


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The Client needs someone with RF experience, electronics, experience with Test & Measurement equipment, testing/troubleshooting and working closely with Engineers. (we are willing to train but hoping to find someone who needs minimal training and can jump right in. (will train at the Sr level but Principal and Specialist we want them to have minimal training).
Responsibilities
Performing a variety of complex technical test functions related to the support of production activities. This includes set-up, operation, modification, calibrations, and testing of digital/analog/RF and electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR)electronic assembly and sub-assembly processes.
Diagnose and correct equipment and system malfunctions which fail to respond to standard corrective measures.
Ability to troubleshoot down to component level.
Write and interpret specifications used in designing, maintaining, and calibrating electronic systems, chassis, or components. Create test procedures for production validation of hardware.
High understanding of schematics and block diagrams.
Troubleshoot complex problems independently with minimal direction.
Prepare reports, charts and graphs as part of process documentation.
Ability to design and build production test tools.
Qualifications
Position typically calls for technical training with 8 plus years of experience with an Associate's Degree in Electronics Technology, or technical degree preferred.
Must be team oriented and able to communicate and interface with others to execute manufacturing schedules.
Provide guidance to others and or lead other supporting technicians.
Requires advanced knowledge of electronics, physics, math.
Will work under general direction of supervision and independently determines and develops approach to solutions.
Must be able to trouble complex problems independently with minimal direction when required.
Maintain lab cleanliness, organization, equipment calibration, and safe ESD lab test station environment by following applicable practices/processes.
May work with engineers to assist in the development of testing new products or test processes, as applicable.
Candidate must possess the ability to comprehend specifications, production requirements, procedures, and production drawings.
Skill/Experience using electronics Test & Measurement equipment in circuit testing/troubleshooting: Power Supplies, Signal Generators, Multi-Meters, Oscilloscopes, RF Spectrum Analyzer, RF Power Meters, IR Camera's, etc.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Power Point) and ability to navigate and manipulate files.
Must be a US citizen able to obtain/maintain a SECRET security clearance. Must be willing to travel.
Ability to write / use C++ or write test scripts is a plus
RF or EO/IR Experience is preferred
Relevant military experience in electronic equipment or applicable trade school training is a plus.
Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
Must be able to work all shifts, overtime, and/or weekends if needed.
• 3rd party and subcontract staffing agencies are not eligible for partnership in this position. 3rd party subcontractors need not apply.
This position requires candidates to be eligible to work in the United States, directly for an employer, without sponsorship now or anytime in the future.
This client is a US Federal Government contractor and is legally required to hire US Citizens. US Citizens will only be considered for this role. *