Test Technician

Join CesiumAstro, a cutting-edge electronics startup, as a Test Technician II. In this role, you will work closely with engineers to create test setups, execute test plans, and produce reliable test results. You will have the opportunity to use state-of-the-art electronics lab instrumentation and will be challenged to propose and fabricate intricate test setups. The ideal candidate will have experience with phased array testing, a strong understanding of electronics, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers to create and execute test plans for module and payload performance.
• Use and maintain state-of-the-art electronics lab instrumentation, and propose and fabricate intricate test setups.
• Align with engineers to test and troubleshoot complex electronics and RF circuitry from component level to system level.
• Comfortable with collaboration tools such as MS Teams, Confluence, and Jira

Requirements

• Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State

Ability to work well under deadlines

• Hands-on experience with lab instruments such as spectrum analyzers, RF signal generators, and vector signal analyzers, DMMs, Oscilloscopes, etc
• Ability to read and understand schematics as well as mechanical assembly documentation

1-3 years of relevant work experience

• Ability to create documentation in support build and release of test solutions
• Ability to solder, build and rework Printed Circuit Boards, Cabling and a familiarity with Automated Test Systems
• High School Diploma required; Associate of Applied Science (AS) degree in Electronics, Computer Science, Manufacturing, or related preferred
• Strong organization skills

Strong digital, written, and verbal communication skills

• Must be hands-on and resourceful, possess a strong work ethic, and be attentive to current and future customer requirements, both internal and external. The individual must have the intellect and team skills to work among capable, results-oriented peers
• Experience with electronics in aerospace or a related industry
• Familiarity with Python and the ability to read and make small changes to simple scripts
• Technical proficiency with analog and digital electronic/electrical principles

Preferred

• Ability to work with a variety of electronics equipment and a keen eye for troubleshooting issues
• Experience working with active electronics
• Experience with test automation such as LabView