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Engineering Test Technician

Actalent
Plainview, NY Other
POSTED ON 9/13/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/13/2025

Job Title: Engineering Test Technician

Job Description

We are seeking an Electrical Engineering Test Technician to join our team. This role involves component-level troubleshooting and testing of military electronics, with a focus on electrical components specifically related to temperature control and deicing systems for aircraft such as Boeing, Airbus, and Apache Helicopters. The position requires proficiency in using test equipment, including oscilloscopes and multimeters, and involves troubleshooting for 50-75% of the workday.

Responsibilities

  • Perform component-level troubleshooting on military electronics.
  • Conduct electrical testing, repair, and component-level troubleshooting of temperature control and deicing systems for various aircraft.
  • Utilize test equipment such as oscilloscopes and multimeters effectively.
  • Accurately fill out data sheets and write up non-conformances for records.
  • Read and interpret schematics and blueprints.

Essential Skills

  • Minimum of 3 years' experience as an Electrical Technician in an aerospace company or military setting.
  • Bachelors or similar in Electrical Engineering
  • Ability to use test equipment including oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and function generators.
  • Strong knowledge of electrical circuits and schematic interpretation.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Formal military electronics training or an associate's degree in electrical engineering.
  • Ability to read blueprints and accurately document non-conformances.

Work Environment

The company offers a dynamic work environment with growth potential. Benefits include an employee stock ownership plan, 401k, full medical coverage, commutation assistance, and tuition support. The company culture is supportive and family-oriented, with annual family events and flexible working schedules. Transportation assistance is provided with shuttles to and from the Hicksville train station and financial support for commuting costs. The organization prides itself on being 100% employee-owned, allowing for greater autonomy and profit-sharing opportunities.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Plainview, New York.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/hr.

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 Plainview,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 20, 2025.

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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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