Test Technician I (Electronic Calibration Technician)

$49,920 - $49,920/Yr

ZipRecruiter - Black Mountain, NC

Full-time

Black Mountain, NC

About the position

The position at Kearfott Corporation involves testing, troubleshooting, and calibrating electronic industrial measuring devices to ensure compliance with established standards. The role is critical in maintaining the quality and reliability of precision motion control products and inertial navigation components, contributing to the success of aerospace and defense industries.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate and adjust electronic test equipment.
• Generate and maintain traceable calibration records.
• Read basic schematics and wire diagrams.
• Perform basic soldering of cables and circuits.
• Repair or replace defective equipment and recertify test stations.
• Evaluate and troubleshoot electronic equipment to determine root cause.
• Set up standardized laboratory equipment to test and measure accuracy of instruments.
• Clean, maintain, and repair all equipment utilized in acceptance testing of shippable products.
• Maintain inventory of specialized repair/supply items to ensure adequate supplies are available.
• Request quotes and submit requisitions from outside sources.
• Coordinate corrective action with supervisors.
• Work with Test Equipment or Design engineers to build new test stands.
• Perform any other tasks directed by management to satisfy company objectives.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate Degree in Electronics or Electrical Engineering or military training in metrology preferred.
• 1 to 3 years experience performing inspection, calibration, and repair of precision electronic testing and measuring equipment such as Oscilloscopes and Meters.
• Basic understanding of metrology is required.
• Understanding of schematics is necessary.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the US; visa sponsorship is not available.

Benefits

• 401K
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off