Associate Electronics Test Technician

$24-28/hr DOE

Sapphire Recruitment is seeking a skilled Associate Electronics Test Technician for a 1st-shift opportunity in Syracuse, N.Y. In this role, you will support depot operations by testing, troubleshooting, and repairing advanced electronic warfare and radar systems, including RF, digital processing, and power-based components.

Key Responsibilities

Test & Troubleshoot: Adhere to established procedures to test and diagnose complex system and equipment problems.
Component-Level Repair: Identify faulty components on circuit card assemblies and troubleshoot RF, digital, and voltage failures down to the component level.
Equipment Mastery: Set up and utilize automated and manual test equipment, including digital multimeters, spectrum and network analyzers, signal generators, RF power meters, and oscilloscopes.
Technical Interpretation: Read and interpret electronic schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical drawings.
Solder Rework: Perform solder rework of surface-mounted components on circuit card assemblies as required.
Documentation: Accurately document all test results, troubleshooting steps, and repair actions to support manufacturing operations.

Qualifications

Education/Experience: * Associate degree in a technical specialty (e.g., Electronics Engineering) with 0+ years of experience OR * High school diploma/equivalent plus training from a technical trade or military school with 3+ years of related experience.
Technical Skills: Demonstrated ability to use commercial test equipment (oscilloscopes, analyzers, etc.) and experience troubleshooting circuit card assemblies.
Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 40 pounds with or without reasonable accommodations.
Certification: IPC J-STD-001 Solder Certification is highly desired.

Compensation & Environment

Pay Range: $24.00 – $28.00 per hour (based on experience and skills).
Culture: Join a highly innovative, inclusive, and equitable work environment dedicated to solving complex defense and intelligence challenges.

How to Apply

For immediate consideration, please submit your resume to mfgresume@hiresapphire.com.

Sapphire Recruitment is an equal opportunity employer.