Electrical Test Technician, Hardware Platform EE Lab
Core
Build custom electrical test racks, fixtures, and cable harnesses for defense hardware R&D labs.
Role type
Hands-on IC electrical test technician
Builds
Custom test infrastructure and cable harnesses for defense hardware prototypes
Domain
Defense / Aerospace hardware engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Mil-spec circular connector fabrication (D38999, Mighty Mouse, Glenair, Amphenol), IPC-620 Class 3 harness assembly, oscilloscope configuration, electrical troubleshooting, PCBA rework, schematic interpretation
Preferred skills
IPC-610 PCBA inspection, SMT/through-hole rework under microscope, EMI/EMC test setup (MIL-STD-461), RF/coaxial cable assembly, test automation scripting
Technologies
D38999, Mighty Mouse, Glenair, Amphenol, oscilloscopes, power supplies, electronic loads, function generators, spectrum analyzers, DAQ systems
Responsibilities
Design and build custom test racks/fixtures from drawings and BOMs; fabricate and terminate mil-spec cable harnesses; execute electrical test procedures (continuity, hi-pot, insulation resistance); operate bench test equipment; troubleshoot assemblies to component level; perform PCBA rework and repair.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC