What are the responsibilities and job description for the Test Technician II position at Safran?
We’re looking for a Test Technician II to join our growing team in West Henrietta, NY!
Who we are:
Safran Electronics & Defense is an international company with 10,000 employees, built on proven expertise in technologies that underpin sovereignty. By combining human and artificial intelligence, we develop the products and services that empower aerospace and defense players to observe, decide and guide, all over the world. Safran Electronics & Defense also supports fellow Safran companies by sharing its state-of-the-art electronics skills and expertise.
Within Safran Electronics & Defense, our Timing & Synchronization division is the leader in R-PNT (Resilient Positioning, Navigation & Timing) solutions. We supply military and commercial industries worldwide with accurate timing technologies and equipment (Time Servers, Inertial Navigation System), as well as ultra-precise timing and frequency distribution for applications requiring a high degree of reliability and accuracy across IP time distribution standards.
In this way, we contribute to the performance of critical operations support. Whenever accuracy, safety, security and reliability are critical, the solutions of Safran Electronics & Defense leads the way.
The Position:
As a Test Technician II you will be responsible for the functional testing of timing, navigation, and simulation products. Additionally, you will be responsible for troubleshooting PCBA issues down to the component level, repairing PCBAs using through hole and surface mount solder techniques, and verifying root cause by performing system level testing. This role is a key member of our production team, working cross-functionally with Product Development, Production Engineering, and Sourcing teams.
The Day to Day:
- Test and inspects all product families to ensure proper functionality under user-case conditions
- Perform visual and mechanical inspection
- Utilizes knowledge of mechanical and electrical assembly process to identify defects in workmanship and/or performance
- Works with engineering to clarify defects and assist in recreating failure and diagnosing to root cause
- Uses sophisticated electronic equipment to collect and evaluate operating data necessary for the successful operation of the unit
What you Bring to Safran:
- 2 year technician degree preferred
- Good working knowledge of analog circuits
- Strong knowledge of digital circuits, as well as diagnostic equipment
- Understanding of electronic schematics and wiring diagrams
- STRONG attention to detail with a passion for quality
- Effective communication skills both written and verbal
- IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001 preferred
- Ability to manipulate products up to 30 lbs.
- Deep knowledge of power meters, spectrum analyzers, and digital oscilloscopes
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At Safran Electronics & Defense, you’ll combine passion for your job with a quality work environment adapted to a good life balance. Benefit from a variety of opportunities to shape the career path that suits you: our leaders and technical experts are there to support you from your integration and career development, in France and abroad.
Safran Trusted 4D, Inc is an equal opportunity employer who does not discriminate based on race, color, citizenship, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran’s status or any protected category. We encourage veterans and people with disabilities to apply.
