Test Technician

Location: Salt Lake City, United States of AmericaThales people architect solutions that are relied upon to deliver operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers rely on us to deliver the full range of defensive systems for land, sea, and air. From early warning, to threat neutralisation, our platforms cover all levels from very short-range systems, to extended protection across the entire battle-space including Airspace Mobility Solutions, Vehicles and Tactical Systems and Missile Defence, Optronics, and Radar.

Test Technician

Salt Lake City, Utah (Onsite)

Position Summary

Thales is looking for a Test Technician who will be responsible for performing acceptance testing and diagnostic troubleshooting on electronic and RF-based equipment.

In this position you will have full responsibility of acceptance testing activities for one or more product lines per released procedures. 

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Adapts to different test levels from lower level assemblies (Digital, Analog and RF) to box and system level.
• Works from schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, layouts or defined plans from Engineering to perform routine testing, check-out and troubleshooting functions.
• Performs routine operational tests and fault isolation on systems and equipment to ensure conformance with final product specifications.
• Calibrate and align RF and digital circuit as required per Acceptance Test Procedure (ATP).
• Diagnoses and isolates malfunctions down to component level and conducts repairs if instructed.
• Conducts defined tests and collects data as assigned. Performs final verification of product and paperwork associate with the final product. Able to work with PCs and applications such as MS Windows suite and other related software.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 2 (two) years technical or vocational education in electronics and communications or a minimum of at least four (4) years of relevant work experience in the requested subject of expertise. Minimum of two (2) years of experience in testing electrical components/equipment, with proficiency in operating testing equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and other relevant tools.
• Familiarity with programming and test programming is preferred.
• Proficiency in soldering skills for electrical components is required.
• Ability to pass the IPC and/or J STD certification courses is necessary. While training and certification can be provided, prior knowledge and experience in these standards would be advantageous.
• Must be able to read and understand electronic schematics and mechanical blue prints. Great with numbers, detail oriented and strong organizational skills. Self-motivated, critical thinker with strong technical background. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be a US Person as defined in applicable law. Must be a U.S. Person as defined in applicable law, or otherwise authorized or eligible for authorization, to access to hardware, software, technology or technical data controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).

Special Position Requirements

• Schedule: 9/80 or 5/40 work schedules available.
• Travel: Travel may be required on occasion, anticipated to be less than 5% domestic travel annually.

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What We Offer

Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following: 

• Elective Health and Dental plans. 
• Retirement Savings Plan with a company contribution and a match, and without vesting period. 
• Company paid holidays, vacation days, and paid sick leave. 
• Company provided Life Insurance.

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This position will require successfully completing a post-offer background check. Qualified candidates with [a] criminal history will be considered and are not automatically disqualified, consistent with federal law, state law, and local ordinances.

We are an equal opportunity employer, including disability and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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The reference Total Target Compensation (TTC) market range for this position, inclusive of annual base salary and the variable compensation target, is between

Total Target Cash (TTC) 54, ,803.13 USD Annual

This reflects how companies in a similar industry and geographic region generally pay for similar jobs. This range helps the Company make pay decisions as one data point among many. Where a position falls within this range is also dependent on other factors including – but not limited to – the employee's career path history, competencies, skills and performance, as well as the company's annual salary budget, the customer's program requirements, and the company's internal equity. Thales may offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's status protected by local, state, or federal law.

(For Internal candidate, if you need more information, please reach out to your HR Shared Service, 1st Point) 

Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following:

•Elective Health, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Whole Group Life w/LTC, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Plan, Identity Theft, and Pet Insurance

•Retirement Savings Plan after 30 days of employment with a company contribution and a match, and with no vesting period

•Company paid holidays and Paid Time Off

•Company provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Disability, Employee Assistance Plan, and Well-being Program

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