Electronics Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Electronics Technician

Job Description

This role focuses on testing, troubleshooting, and performing failure analysis on aerospace ignition systems using a wide range of electrical and environmental test equipment. You will ensure products meet stringent internal and customer standards, support engineering with root cause investigations and corrective actions, and contribute to the design, assembly, and maintenance of specialized test equipment used in the manufacture of turbine ignition system products.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process and final acceptance testing of aerospace ignition system products using electrical test equipment in accordance with internal and customer standards.
• Conduct detailed failure analysis on nonconforming units, working closely with engineering to identify root causes and recommend corrective actions.
• Operate oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, ampere meters, AC and DC power supplies, function generators, and various test loads to verify product performance.
• Program and operate environmental test equipment, including high temperature ovens, thermal cycle chambers, and vibration test equipment, to execute test plans and operational tests on ignition systems.
• Assemble, configure, and maintain electrical and environmental test equipment used in the manufacture of turbine ignition system products.
• Perform routine maintenance and limited troubleshooting and repair on environmental test equipment to ensure reliability and uptime.
• Assist engineering in the design and development of new electrical test equipment and fixtures to support production and testing needs.
• Accurately document all aspects of testing, failure analysis, and equipment maintenance in accordance with standard operating instructions and quality system requirements.
• Use schematics and wiring diagrams to diagnose and resolve electrical and electronic issues at the circuit board level.
• Apply soldering skills to work with surface mount components on printed circuit boards as needed for test, repair, or rework activities.

Essential Skills

• Associate degree in a technical field of study with a concentration in electronics, such as Industrial Electronics, Electronics Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, or Engineering Technology.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in the assembly and testing of mechanical and electrical assemblies.
• Proficient use of electrical test equipment including oscilloscopes, digital multimeters (DMMs), power supplies, and function generators.
• Ability to develop basic PLC programs and set up and program temperature controllers.
• Demonstrated ability to solder surface mount components at the printed circuit board (PCB) level.
• Hands-on experience working with electronic components at the circuit board level, including timers, comparators, resistors, diodes, capacitors, and logic chips.
• Ability to read and use schematics and wiring diagrams to troubleshoot electrical and electronic issues.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for documenting test results and collaborating with engineering and production teams.
• Solid troubleshooting skills for electrical, electronic, and test equipment issues.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Solder certification to J standard and/or IPC-610 training is a plus.
• Experience with environmental test equipment such as high temperature ovens, thermal cycle chambers, and vibration test systems.
• Experience in aerospace or high-reliability electronics testing is beneficial.
• Familiarity with assembling and maintaining custom test fixtures and loads.
• Comfort working within structured standard operating instructions and quality system requirements.

Why Work Here?

You will join a team committed to delivering superior products and services in a highly technical, mission-critical field. The organization fosters a values-based culture that emphasizes continual improvement of people, products, processes, and the quality system. You will have the opportunity to grow your technical expertise, contribute to innovative testing solutions, and work in an environment that is dedicated to excellence and ongoing development.

Work Environment

This position operates in a production and test environment focused on aerospace ignition systems. Typical work hours are Monday through Friday, with a start time of 6:00 a.m. or 7:00 a.m. and an end time between 2:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. Occasional Saturday work may be required, generally for 4–5 hour shifts but potentially for a full day depending on project needs. You will work as part of a department of approximately 32 people, using a variety of electrical test instruments, environmental chambers, vibration equipment, and computer-based tools such as Microsoft Office. The environment is structured, team-oriented, and centered on precision, safety, and adherence to established procedures.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Liberty, SC.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Liberty,SC.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 9, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.