Job Description

About the role

Are you passionate about electronics, troubleshooting, and fault-finding? We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Test Technician to join our production team. In this role, you will be responsible for testing, diagnosing, repairing, and reporting faults on electronic products within a manufacturing environment. You will perform acceptance testing at various production stages, conduct component-level troubleshooting and repairs, and ensure products meet the highest quality and performance standards.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working hands-on with electronic equipment, interpreting technical documentation, and contributing to the delivery of high-quality products.

Qualification & experience

Minimum requirements

• Minimum T3, N6, or S4 Electronic Engineering qualification; Preferably Diploma in Electronic Engineering.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a manufacturing production test environment.
• Understanding of Computer-Based and Automatic Test Equipment (ATE) testing will be advantageous.
• Proven experience in Radio Frequency (RF) measurements (essential).
• Experience in component-level fault finding and repair within an electronics environment.
• Working knowledge of analogue and digital electronic circuits and test equipment.
• IPC certification will be advantageous.
• Military electronics environment experience will be advantageous.

Key technical skills

The successful candidate should possess:

• Natural aptitude for hands-on technical work.
• Ability to read and interpret:
  • Electronic circuit diagrams and schematics.
  • Technical, wiring, and manufacturing drawings.
• Intermediate computer literacy.
• Product assembly knowledge or willingness to be trained.
• Understanding of Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) safety requirements.
• Ability to operate and maintain electronic test equipment and associated software.
• Functional knowledge of Surface Mount Technology (SMT) components.
• Strong diagnostic and analytical problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.

Key responsibilities

1. Test Preparation and Execution

• Familiarise yourself with test setups, procedures, and supporting documentation.
• Ensure all required documentation, instrumentation, test jigs, software, firmware, and tools are available before testing.
• Prepare Units Under Test (UUTs) according to documented procedures.
• Conduct testing in accordance with:
  • Acceptance Test Procedures (ATP)
  • Test Result Records (TRR)
  • Work Instructions (WI)
  • Product specifications and functional requirements
• Perform alignment and configuration according to approved procedures and specifications.
• Use circuit diagrams, diagnostic procedures, and test equipment to perform fault finding and troubleshooting.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail to minimise defects and failures.

2. Quality Inspection and Calibration

• Adhere to all quality standards and testing documentation requirements.
• Complete all relevant test records and documentation accurately.
• Ensure workmanship meets the required quality standards.
• Create Failure Reporting Analysis and Corrective Action System (FRACAS) reports for non-conforming units where required.
• Conduct and support:
  • Burn-in testing
  • Environmental Stress Screening (ESS)
  • Vibration testing
  • Other prescribed environmental tests
• Present completed units to Quality Control (QC) and Quality Assurance (QA) for inspection and acceptance.

3. Maintenance, Repair and Rework

• Perform diagnostics at subsystem and system level.
• Troubleshoot, test, and repair products to full operational functionality.
• Conduct lead-free soldering on SMT and discrete PCB assemblies in accordance with IPC skill-level approvals.
• Assist with root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Raise FRACAS reports where applicable.
• Verify and update linked serial numbers for Units Under Test.

4. General Responsibilities

• Adhere to company policies, procedures, and disciplinary code.
• Carry out any reasonable duties assigned by your direct line manager.
• Complete and maintain job cards, test records, fault reports, and related documentation.
• Provide timely and accurate feedback to supervisors and management.
• Comply with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) requirements and report safety concerns.
• Meet agreed production and delivery targets.