Circuit Card Test Technician

Circuit Card Test Technician

Division Overview: Communication Systems-West (CSW), a division of L-3 Communications, is a leader in defense electronics for strategic and tactical military operations. We provide high-performance data link systems to transfer information to and from aircraft, ships, satellites and ground stations throughout the world. Our data links feature real-time relay of information for reconnaissance and surveillance purposes. For more information about our company click here: http://www.l-3com.com/csw


Position Profile:The Circuit Card Test Technician will provide a variety of duties related to bench and component level testing of complex cable assemblies, circuit cards, and other assemblies that combine to form a state-of-the-art networked data link in support of the new build and field returns of high performance data link systems and products for L-3 Communications the sixth largest defense contractor in the United States.

• The Circuit Card Test Technician performs bench and component level testing of varied products.
  
• Read and interpret diagrams, tables and schematics to isolate problems.
  
• Work from written test procedures and specification drawings to validate hardware.
  
• Work with Engineers to resolve problematic issues and defects

Competencies:

• Understand basic electrical theory and electronics test equipment and their applied use in the test of component level digital and analog electronics.
  
• Understand microprocessor architecture and CPLD's.
  
• Ability to conduct hardware-software debugging and perform problem isolation.
  
• Capable of developing test processes to validate product performance contributing to the manufacturing process improvement.
  
• Effective communication skills to expeditiously coordinate efforts through all phases of the manufacturing process.
  
• Ability to prioritize work, be flexible and productive with litter supervision.
  
• Previous use of Gopel/Cascon software is a plus
  
• CCA defect identification preferred
  
• Use and familiarity with Microsoft office products.

Education/Experience: This position requires an Associates Degree plus two years of applicable experience.

Special Requirements: Due to the nature of our work this position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense security clearance.

Additional Comments: This position may be filled at a higher grade based on the successful applicants skills, education and experience.

Job Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Job Type: Full Time

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse and background check testing.

2-5 years of directly related experience