Sets up test apparatus and conducts tests of production assemblies and units following methods, procedures, standards and sequences. Lays out and assembles units for production equipment according to designs and specifications. Adjusts and calibrates systems as needed. Modifies equipment by adding, removing or altering components as defined by predetermined diagrams and sketches. Corrects malfunctions by making adjustments or replacing parts or components as directed. Uses hand and small power tools, and various measuring and testing devices in performing job duties. May monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.
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Minimum Education and Experience
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Level 4
Production Test Technician I
Production Test Technician II
Production Test Technician III
Sr. Production Test Technician/Sr. Lead Production Test Technician
Little or no knowledge of the job. Moderate understanding of general job aspects and some understanding of the detailed aspects of the job. Ability to read, understand and work to electrical schematics. Basic knowledge of TTL logic devices and op-amp theory. Understanding of basic operation of an oscilloscope and spectrum analyzer.
Full knowledge of the job. Substantial acquaintance with, and understanding of, general aspects of the job with a broad understanding of the detailed aspects of the job. Ability to work in a collaborative team environment. Basic knowledge of RF test methods and test equipment. Requires understanding the advanced settings of the oscilloscope and spectrum analyzer. Capable of following written and verbal test instructions.
Considerable knowledge of the job. Complete acquaintance with, and understanding of, the general and detailed aspects of the job and their practical applications to problems and situations ordinarily encountered. Requires the ability to work under Engineering direction in lieu of detailed procedures. Knowledge of RF and analog circuit theory, terminology and test techniques. Ability to read electrical part specifications and troubleshoot circuit designs with minimal support.
Extensive knowledge in specialized functions. A wide and comprehensive acquaintance with, and understanding of, both general and specific aspects of the job and their practical application to complex problems and situations ordinarily encountered. Requires in depth knowledge of testing RF, analog and digit designs. Capable of training and guiding junior level team members in all phases of testing. Ability to operate independently and generate accurate and detailed test and status reports. Ability to interface with other technical disciplines.
Close supervision involving detailed instructions and constant checking on work performance.
General supervision and instructions given for routine work and detailed instructions given for new activities or special assignments.
Limited supervision. No instructions needed on routine work and general instructions given on new lines of work or special assignments.
Minimal supervision. Work may be done without established procedures.
Errors can be easily and quickly detected within the immediate work unit and would result only in minor disruption or expense to correct.
Errors may be detected and corrected but may cause moderate loss of time or customer/user dissatisfaction.
Errors may be difficult to detect and would normally result in loss of customer business, material or equipment.
Errors are very difficult to detect and would normally require significant expenditures to resolve.
Contacts are primarily within immediate work unit. Contacts involve obtaining or providing information requiring little explanation or interpretation.
Contacts are typically with individuals within own department and occasionally with contacts outside own organization. Contacts involve obtaining or providing information or data requiring some explanation or interpretation.
Contacts are frequent with individuals representing other departments and/or representing outside organizations. Contacts involve obtaining or providing information or data on matters of moderate importance to the function of the department or which may be of sensitive nature.
Contacts are frequent with individuals representing outside organizations and/or individuals of significant importance within the company. Contacts involve planning and preparation of the communications, require skill, tact, persuasion and/or negotiation to accomplish the objectives of the communication.
Electrical schematics, TTL logic devices, oscilloscope and spectrum analyzer.
Electrical schematics, TTL logic devices, oscilloscope and spectrum analyzer.
Electrical schematics, TTL logic devices, oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, electrical part specifications and circuit designs.
Electrical schematics, TTL logic devices, oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, electrical part specifications, circuit designs, analog designs, digital designs and test and status reports.
AA degree in Electronics preferred.
AA degree in Electronics preferred and 1 year of related experience.
AA degree in Electronics preferred and 3 years of related experience.
AA degree in Electronics preferred and 6 years of related experience.
Minimum education and years of experience requirements not to be used exclusive of other leveling factors. Substitution of additional relevant education and experience for stated qualifications may be considered.
The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Work Environment/Physical Demands: General office environment and use of computer equipment.
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