Test Technician (Contract)

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Torrance, CA
Hybrid
32-40 Annually
Junior
Aerospace • Hardware • Machine Learning • Robotics • Software
We create innovative power solutions to solve complex problems and increase the velocity of change for our customers.
The Role
The Test Technician role involves RF circuit board testing, electro-mechanical assembly, and troubleshooting using standard lab equipment. Requires collaboration and mentoring of peers.
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About Epirus 

Epirus is a high-growth technology company dedicated to overcoming the asymmetric challenges inherent to the future of national security. Epirus' flagship product, Leonidas, is a software-defined system built using intelligent power management techniques which allow power-hungry systems to do more with less. 

  

Job Summary: this is an exciting role in a growing company. The ideal candidate for the position is someone who has experience in product development, manufacturing, electronics, and mechanical assembly. The role is critical to success of Epirus hardware and will be responsible for RF circuit board testing.  This position will also be flexible and support electro-mechanical assembly and harness building as required. 

Responsibilities:   
  • Understands, plans, and executes testing and troubleshooting activities to produce a prototype, MIL-STD understanding desired 
  • Assembles LRU and element array with direction from Engineers 
  • Utilizes standard laboratory test equipment including: oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, voltmeters, and other measurement equipment to perform engineering support functions 
  • Troubleshoots equipment using standard documentation packages including assembly drawings and schematics 
  • Works with various levels of the system (from the board and component level to the LRU, to the system level) to identify and resolve performance problems 
  • Mentors less experienced peers and provides feedback on assembly work 
  • Capable of completing assembly and harness building work in addition to test tasks. 
Basic Qualifications: 
  • Experience with electro-mechanical assembly 
  • Minimum of 2 years RF test experience 
  • Testing and troubleshooting skills with the capability of defining and configuring standard and special test equipment to perform tests at the circuit card, LRU or system level 
  • Ability to work with standard laboratory test equipment 
  • Knowledge of Environmental, Health and Safety elements, especially related to RF testing 
  • Good written and oral communication skills 
  • Computer skills to use MES system, JIRA, etc. 
  • Collaborative; capable of working across all levels of the organization 
  • US Citizen and/or Permanent Resident (future security clearance may be required) 
Preferred Skills and Experience: 
  • Associates Degree in technical field or equivalent trade school or military training. 
  • 2-4 years of related experience 
  • Soldering certification and experience soldering cables and harnesses (circuit boards come pre-assembled) 
  • Aerospace/Defense experience and/or military experience 
  • Knowledge of Production Systems and Lean Manufacturing elements 
  • Experience with ISO9001/AS9100 quality management systems elements 

  

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:  

  • To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.   

 

At Epirus, you’ll work with technical peers and great people—and get first crack at some of the defining technology challenges of our time. Here, “impossible” is just a challenge. We're a diverse, fast-growing team of change-makers fueling the future of energy with revolutionary solutions. Join us and rewrite the rules. 


As required by the Equal Pay Transparency Act, Epirus provides a reasonable range of minimum compensation for roles that may be hired. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific office location. 
For the state of California only, the range of starting pay for this role is:
$32.84$40.43 USD

Top Skills

JIRA
Logic Analyzers
Mes System
Network Analyzers
Oscilloscopes
Spectrum Analyzers
Voltmeters
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The Company
HQ: Torrance, CA
240 Employees
Year Founded: 2018

What We Do

Epirus is a high-growth technology company developing solid-state, software-defined directed energy systems that enable unprecedented counter-electronics effects and power management solutions to optimize power efficiency in defense and commercial applications. With a constant emphasis on innovation, we are redefining the future of power to bring tomorrow’s capabilities to life, today.  

To deliver on our mission, we are always looking for problem solvers, changemakers and innovators to join our fast-growing team. People are the most important part of Epirus – and always come first. We don’t believe in the word impossible and are always asking “why not” as work to usher in a new paradigm of power efficiency. Our fast-growing team is agile, creative, and innovative. We support a culture of constant learning and sense of belonging among our team members and know that mentorship matters. We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace and beyond. 

Visit our website to learn more. www.epirusinc.com 

Why Work With Us

We're a people-first culture that ensures every employee is heard and has the opportunity to grow. At Epirus, we're using cutting edge technology and provide the ability to work with passionate team members. We truly believe that failure is not a setback, but an opportunity. We move fast and build cool things, come join us!

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