Product Test Technician III

Product Test Technician III

Austin, Texas, United States

ICON is seeking a Product Test Technician III to lead the operation, integration, and troubleshooting of complex test systems. This role involves building and maintaining test infrastructure, fabricating advanced test articles, collaborating with engineering teams on system improvements, and mentoring junior technicians. This role is based on site at our Austin, TX HQ Campus.

Responsibilities:

• Lead setup, operation, and troubleshooting of mechanical, fluid, and electro-mechanical test systems.
• Support development and implementation of ICON's test infrastructure, including test stands, fluid systems, and processes.
• Fabricate and integrate test articles and equipment: fluid panels, actuators, motors, gears, electrical cabinets, PLCs, and welded assemblies.
• Collaborate with engineering to develop system upgrades, maintain documentation, and analyze test data with actionable recommendations.
• Mentor and guide junior Product Test Technicians.
• Travel to ICON job sites to support on-site testing, repair, and troubleshooting.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (Associates in mechatronics, mechanical engineering technology, or relevant field preferred).
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in mechanical, electrical, or fluid system testing.
• Strong fabrication, assembly, and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Experience with mechanical tools, welding, fasteners, and gear assemblies.
• Intermediate proficiency with PLC systems (Beckhoff Twincat preferred).
• Strong collaboration, communication, and mentorship skills.
• Experience with pumps, AC motors, gears, air compressors, pressure vessels, and lifting equipment.
• Welding experience (AC Aluminum, DC Steel).
• Prior experience in aerospace, military/defense, aircraft, construction, or similar industries.
• A&P license or technician certification.

Physical and Environmental Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in extreme environments, including high or low temperatures, sun, rain, mud, or areas without electricity.
• Comfortable with hands-on, field-based work.

ICON is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an innovative, inclusive, diverse and discrimination-free work environment. Employment with ICON is based on merit, competence, and qualifications. It is our policy to administer all personnel actions, including recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting employees, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected classification in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. Consistent with the obligations of these laws, ICON will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.