We are seeking an experienced ATE Technician to support the testing, troubleshooting, and repair of aircraft avionics, instruments, electrical accessories, lighting, and related electronic components within our FAA-certificated repair station. This is a hands-on bench role for someone who enjoys fault isolation, understands how electronic systems behave, and can confidently interpret test results rather than simply run a test sequence. The strongest candidate will be able to determine whether a failure is within the unit under test, the test fixture or cabling, or the test system itself and then work through the issue methodically with clear documentation and follow-through.
Responsibilities:
Set up, operate, and troubleshoot Automated Test Equipment (ATE), Special Test Equipment (STE), test adapters, fixtures, cables, and related bench equipment. Perform preliminary testing, alignments, functional checks, fault isolation, repair verification, and post-repair testing of electronic and electro-mechanical aircraft components. Interpret component maintenance manuals, production illustrations, schematics, wiring diagrams, test specifications, symbols, flag notes, and other approved technical data. Use multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, signal or function generators, frequency counters, logic or data analyzers, circuit testers, and other applicable test equipment. Diagnose electronic circuit and system faults, including analog and digital signal paths, power supplies, relays, connectors, wiring, sensors, and printed circuit board components. Distinguish product failures from test-station, fixture, cable, software-sequence, or equipment issues to reduce false failures and unnecessary downtime. Build, repair, or modify test cables, interface adapters, wiring, fixtures, and electronic assemblies as authorized, including soldering wires and printed circuit boards. Document test results, discrepancies, troubleshooting steps, repairs, equipment concerns, and final findings accurately in the applicable work-order and quality records. Partner with Engineering, Production, and Quality to resolve complex test issues, improve test reliability, and identify recurring product or equipment concerns. Maintain an organized, ESD-controlled, and safe work area; verify equipment is within calibration and report damaged or unreliable equipment promptly. Follow FAA Part 145 requirements, approved technical data, company procedures, quality-system requirements, and all applicable safety standards.
Qualifications:
At least three years of hands-on electronics, avionics, test, repair, or troubleshooting experience; equivalent military or formal technical training may be considered. Demonstrated ability to independently read schematics, wiring diagrams, technical manuals, and test instructions. Strong working knowledge of electronic test equipment and a methodical approach to fault isolation. Hands-on soldering experience with wires, connectors, and printed circuit boards, along with basic electro-mechanical assembly skills. Working knowledge of analog and digital electronics, electronic components, signal tracing, and circuit-board-level troubleshooting. Strong attention to detail, documentation discipline, organization, and the ability to work independently without losing communication with the team. Basic computer skills and the ability to learn work-order systems, technical databases, and computer-controlled test applications.
Preferred Experience:
ATE or STE troubleshooting within an FAA repair station, aerospace manufacturing, defense, military aviation, or another regulated electronics environment. Component-level avionics or aircraft instrument repair and testing. Experience identifying whether a fault is caused by the unit under test versus the test station, fixture, cabling, or interface. Experience fabricating or repairing harnesses, test cables, adapters, fixtures, or bench-test interfaces. Current or prior soldering, wiring, or electronics-workmanship certification. Familiarity with FAA repair-station documentation, quality controls, ESD practices, and calibrated-equipment requirements.
Pay:
$32.00 - $44.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Describe your experience using Automated Test Equipment (ATE), Special Test Equipment (STE), or other electronic test systems. Tell us about a time you diagnosed whether a failure was caused by the unit under test, the test equipment, fixture, cabling, or another external factor. Describe your experience using electronic test equipment and technical documentation.
