Electronics Lab Technician

Electronics Lab Technician LOCATION: Tustin, CA DURATION: 9 months contract PAY: 30-35 USD per hour Job Responsibilities: In this role, you will support reliability and manufacturing testing of automotive electrical hardware, including Level 3+ ADAS, telematics, infotainment, battery management systems, and zonal Electronic Control Units (ECUs). Key responsibilities include: Supporting hardware bring-up, reliability testing, and manufacturing testing activities. Operating software interfaces and automated test equipment to exercise and validate electrical hardware. Setting up, calibrating, and operating thermal and vibration chambers. Troubleshooting test failures and determining whether issues are related to the device under test (DUT), test equipment, harnesses, or test setup. Supporting the development, commissioning, and validation of automated test systems. Reviewing and documenting test results, failures, and root-cause findings. Essential Duties and Job Functions: Operate software user interfaces to control test equipment during hardware bring-up and testing. Validate system functionality using laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, power analyzers, power supplies, and digital multimeters. Set up and operate thermal and vibration chambers for environmental testing. Perform calibration and mechanical setup of chambers, chillers, fixtures, and associated test equipment. Troubleshoot and root-cause failures involving DUTs, test equipment, electrical harnesses, and test fixtures. Perform hands-on electrical testing and hardware validation. Build and support automated test equipment (ATE) and industrial automation systems. Support commissioning and validation of new test systems. Perform circuit board modifications, including component rework, soldering, and de-soldering. Read and interpret electrical schematics, drawings, and manufacturer datasheets. Build first-article test systems and redline schematics as required. Document test procedures, test results, equipment issues, and failure investigations. Support reliability and manufacturing testing at internal facilities, external laboratories, and contract manufacturing facilities. Understand and apply EVT, DVT, and PVT development processes and tester validation practices. Perform basic calculations related to control and ramp rates to determine required test profile durations. Knowledge & Skills: Strong hands-on troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Ability to read and understand electrical and digital schematics. Understanding of basic digital electronic components and circuit functions. Experience operating laboratory test equipment, including oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and power analyzers. Knowledge of thermal and vibration chamber operation and setup. Experience with chambers, chillers, fixtures, and mechanical test set-ups. Understanding of automated test equipment and industrial automation systems. Ability to troubleshoot DUT, test equipment, harness, and fixture failures. Strong documentation and technical communication skills. Ability to analyze test data and clearly communicate test results. Understanding of hardware development cycles, including EVT, DVT, and PVT. Knowledge of tester validation and test-system commissioning. Ability to use power tools and perform mechanical assembly. Experience with soldering, de-soldering, and circuit board rework. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to work effectively with engineering leads, technicians, vendors, and cross-functional teams. Hands-on approach with the ability to proactively identify and resolve gaps in test setups. Proficiency with Microsoft and Google productivity applications, including spreadsheets, word processing, and presentations. Education & Experience: Technical degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience. 5+ years of experience building automated test equipment (ATE) or industrial automation systems. Experience performing electrical testing using standard laboratory equipment. Experience with thermal and/or vibration test chambers. Experience with electrical schematics, drawings, and manufacturer datasheets. Experience with soldering and circuit board rework. Experience using power tools and performing mechanical assembly. Experience supporting hardware bring-up, reliability testing, manufacturing testing, or test-system commissioning preferred. Automotive electronics or ECU testing experience is a plus. Experience working with ADAS, telematics, infotainment, battery management, or zonal ECU hardware is a plus. #J-18808-Ljbffr