Test Technician III

Sparton is an innovative defense contractor headquartered in DeLeon Springs, Florida, with a rich heritage dating back to 1900. Renowned for our exceptional manufacturing capabilities, we specialize in producing high-quality sonobuoys critical to the United States' undersea warfare arsenal, enhancing national security against current and future adversaries. But we are more than manufacturers; we are problem solvers. Our team of dedicated engineers and skilled professionals' tackles some of the most challenging issues in defense technology. Our expertise includes advanced research systems, maritime solutions, sophisticated sensor technologies and payload delivery capabilities.

Job Summary

Perform various technical functions in support Engineering with building/ modifying electronic and mechanical hardware for development efforts. Solder micro-miniature SMT components or fine pitch ICs, solder under a microscope, make complex circuit card modifications, and build PWB boards. Wire/ assemble prototype hardware.

Responsibilities and Tasks

• Support and assist engineers in the performance of technical assignments, routine engineering tasks, build and test or inspection of prototype systems, assemblies or PWBs under the guidance of engineers.
• Build prototypes or coordinate with manufacturing and engineering personnel to support prototype or production tasks.
• Conduct complex in-house tests under the direction and guidance of an Engineer.
• Solder micro-miniature SMT components or fine pitch ICs, make circuit card changes, and build PWBs
• May test or inspect electrical or mechanical assemblies, or engineering tooling and document results.
• Participate in product failure analysis activities and/or root cause analysis of defects and/or field returns, corrective and preventive actions, compile failure analysis reports, and other related assignments.
• Collect, compile, and report data and information under engineer direction.
• May be responsible for purchasing engineering materials and controlling material inventory

Education, Experience, Licenses and Certifications

• 2-year degree from an accredited university or technical college in Electronics or related field OR a combination of education and relevant experience (including military training).
• A minimum of 3 years of experience working in technical functions that support Engineering.
• Experience with acoustic or radio testing experience a plus
• Experience with creating software to run automated testing is a plus

Skills and Abilities

• US Citizenship is required
• Ability to read and follow electronic schematics, generate PWB breadboards, make circuit card modifications.
• Experience working with electronic lab equipment including Power Supplies, Multi-meters, Oscilloscopes, Various analyzers and Signal Generators.
• Ability to follow test procedures to run bench level and system level testing.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams.

Travel and Physical Requirements

• Nominal Travel required
• The physical demands describe here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. This job operates in a professional office environment and a manufacturing environment. The employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions in the plant. The noise level in the work environment may be loud.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, talk, and communicate, use hands/finger, feel, and reach with arms. This position requires the ability to lift, bend or stoop as necessary up to lbs.

Benefits Highlights

Healthcare

• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage.
• Healthcare concierge to help you navigate your benefit selections.
• Virtual health solutions for physical therapy, menopause, and diabetes.
• Company paid Basic Life Insurance. Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available.
• On-site wellness clinic.

Paid Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• 401k program to plan for your future with company match 75% up to 8% plus 1% Employer contribution.
• Company Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick).
• Paid parental leave.
• Adoption assistance.
• Fertility and family building assistance.

Additional Benefits

• Flexible work schedules available based on position:
  • 9/80 schedule providing every other Friday off
  • 5/8s
  • 4/10s
  • 3/12s
• Lifestyle spending account.
• Perks at work.
• Generous employee referral program.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Voluntary benefits available: longer term care, legal, identity theft, pet Insurance, and many more options

These are highlights of Elbit America benefits. If there is a conflict with these highlights, company policy or benefits plan documents shall govern. Benefits are subject to change.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Accessibility

Sparton DeLeon Springs, LLC is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email us at Accessibility@Sparton.com

Disclaimer:

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not a contract for employment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

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