Electronics Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Electronics Technician

Location: Patterson, NY

Schedule: Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Pay Rate: $24.00/hour

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an Electronics Technician to join a growing team supporting the assembly, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of advanced RF and electronic components used in aerospace, military, and defense radar systems.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technician with electronics troubleshooting experience who enjoys hands-on work and wants to build a career supporting cutting-edge defense technologies. You'll work closely with engineering and manufacturing teams while gaining exposure to highly specialized RF products and testing equipment.

Key ResponsibilitiesElectronics Testing & Troubleshooting

• Perform electrical and electronic troubleshooting on printed circuit boards (PCBs), couplers, and RF assemblies.
• Diagnose and repair analog and digital circuits at the component level.
• Identify root causes of failures and implement effective repairs.
• Verify product performance through testing and inspection activities.

Assembly & Manufacturing Support

• Assemble, test, and troubleshoot complex electro-mechanical devices.
• Follow engineering drawings, schematics, and detailed work instructions.
• Support production builds while maintaining quality and performance standards.
• Ensure products meet customer and military specifications.

Test Equipment Operation

• Utilize electronic test equipment including:
• Oscilloscopes
• Multimeters
• Voltmeters
• Network Analyzers
• Signal Analyzers
• Other diagnostic and RF testing equipment
• Perform electrical testing and validation of completed assemblies.
• Document test results and troubleshooting activities.

Technical Documentation

• Read and interpret:
• Schematics
• Wiring diagrams
• Engineering drawings
• CAD drawings
• Maintain accurate records of repairs, testing activities, and quality documentation.
• Follow standard operating procedures and manufacturing instructions.

Required QualificationsEducation

• Technical Trade School Certificate in Electronics, Electrical Technology, or a related field

OR

• Associate Degree in Electronics, Electrical Technology, Engineering Technology, or a related discipline

Experience

• 1+ year of manufacturing experience.
• 1+ year of experience performing component-level troubleshooting and repair of electronic assemblies.
• Experience testing and troubleshooting electro-mechanical equipment.

Technical Skills

• Strong electronics and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience using oscilloscopes, multimeters, and other electronic test equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering drawings.
• Understanding of analog and digital circuits.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Electronics or Electrical Technology.
• Experience working with RF or microwave components.
• Familiarity with:
• RF Couplers
• RF Combiners
• Power Dividers
• Network Analyzers
• Aerospace or defense industry experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing or production environment.

Why Join This Opportunity?

• Work on advanced products used in military and defense radar systems.
• Gain hands-on experience with RF and microwave technologies.
• Join a growing company with a strong project backlog and forecasted growth through 2026 and beyond.
• Exposure to both engineering and manufacturing operations.
• Clean, organized shop floor and electronics bench environment.
• Long-term contract-to-hire opportunity with potential for career growth.

Work Environment

• Manufacturing facility located in Patterson, NY.
• Approximately 45 employees on-site.
• Collaborative team environment with direct interaction between technicians and engineers.
• Standard schedule of Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
• Work includes a combination of bench testing, troubleshooting, assembly, and shop floor support.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Patterson, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $24.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Patterson,NY.

Application Deadline

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

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications withoutregard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protectedby law.

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Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as acondition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this lawshall 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 applicationsand qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, youacknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.