What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electronics Test Technician position at DEKA Research & Development?
We are seeking a hands-on Electronics Test Technician to support the testing, troubleshooting, and validation of electronic systems in a dynamic medical device Research and Development environment. This role is ideal for candidates with a 2-year electronics or engineering technology background who are comfortable working with lab equipment, executing test procedures, and accurately recording results.
How you will make an impact as a Electronics Test Technician:
One hour from the beach, Boston, and the mountains, the historic Amoskeag Millyard once housed the largest textile mills in the world. It is now home to DEKA Research and Development, where we are taking the same innovation and cutting-edge technology into the modern age.
Behind DEKA’s brick walls sits a team of professionals who strive to make a difference every day through thoughtful engineering, design, and manufacturing. Here at DEKA, some of the most innovative and life-changing products of our time are created, and new ideas are always welcome and explored.
How you will make an impact as a Electronics Test Technician:
- Execute electrical and functional tests on electronic assemblies and finished products
- Set up and operate test equipment including oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and spectrum analyzers
- Follow detailed test procedures and document results accurately
- Support engineering teams with validation, verification, and debug activities
- Record and communicate test results and anomalies
- Assist with failure analysis and root cause investigations
- Assist in the development and improvement of test procedures and fixtures
- Maintain test equipment calibration and ensure proper lab practices
- Perform regular maintenance and verification of test equipment, ensuring optimal measurement performance and accuracy
- Support testing at external contract test laboratories by transporting and setting up the device, monitoring functionality and communicating with test laboratory personnel
- Associate degree or technical certificate in Electronics Engineering Technology, Electronics Technology, or related field
- Basic understanding of analog and digital electronics
- Ability to read and interpret schematics and technical documentation
- Experience using standard lab test equipment (DMM, oscilloscope, power supply)
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Attention to detail and ability to follow structured procedures
- Collaborative team player with the ability to work effectively within interdisciplinary teams, contributing to product development and continuous improvement processes
- Highly self-motivated with strong time management skills, consistently prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines in fast-paced environments while maintaining attention to detail
- Excellent communicator, capable of clearly explaining testing objectives, procedures, and results to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods
- Manual dexterity for handling small electronic components
- Occasional lifting of test equipment (up to 50 lbs)
One hour from the beach, Boston, and the mountains, the historic Amoskeag Millyard once housed the largest textile mills in the world. It is now home to DEKA Research and Development, where we are taking the same innovation and cutting-edge technology into the modern age.
Behind DEKA’s brick walls sits a team of professionals who strive to make a difference every day through thoughtful engineering, design, and manufacturing. Here at DEKA, some of the most innovative and life-changing products of our time are created, and new ideas are always welcome and explored.