What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assembly and Test Technician position at Sagetech Avionics?
Job Description
Sagetech Avionics designs and manufactures low SWaP certified avionics — including transponders, IFF systems, and ACAS/DAA modules — for military and commercial aircraft, operating from our facility in Bingen, WA under an AS9100D Quality Management System. Following a major DoD contract award for the APX-128 advanced IFF system, we are expanding our production team. We are seeking a hands-on Assembly & Test Technician to join our manufacturing floor, working onsite and reporting to the Production Supervisor.Objectives of this Role
- Build avionics hardware (transponders, IFF units, ACAS/DAA modules) from mechanical components, PCBAs, and harnesses per engineering drawings, BOMs, and assembly work instructions.
- Perform hand soldering, wire terminations, and connector crimping to IPC J-STD-001 workmanship standards.
- Conduct dimensional and fit verification using calipers, micrometers, and go/no-go gauges; confirm torque and clearances against engineering tolerances.
- Handle all assemblies per ESD control requirements; maintain product traceability and accurate build records throughout production and prototype activities.
Test & Inspection
- Execute Environmental Stress Screening (ESS) sequences — thermal cycling and vibration — and functional acceptance test procedures (ATPs); monitor units under test and record results per approved procedures.
- Operate bench instrumentation (Digital Multimeter, oscilloscopes, power supplies, RF test equipment) to verify assemblies against acceptance criteria.
- Document nonconformances and test failures; support rework, re-test, and root cause analysis under Engineering and Quality guidance.
Quality & Compliance
- Complete travelers, inspection sign-offs, and work order records accurately in compliance with Sagetech’s AS9100D quality system.
- Handle controlled hardware and technical data in accordance with ITAR/EAR requirements.
- High school diploma or equivalent; 5 years of hands-on electronics assembly or production test experience.
- Proficient hand soldering; familiarity with dimensional inspection tools (calipers, micrometers) and basic electrical test equipment (DMMs, power supplies, oscilloscopes).
- Working knowledge of ESD controls and safe handling of sensitive electronic assemblies.
- Ability to read engineering drawings, BOMs, and work instructions; strong attention to detail and accurate record-keeping.
- Ability to work with modest supervision in a dynamic, evolving production environment.
- U.S. citizenship required; ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance (ITAR/EAR).
Preferred Qualifications
- Aerospace or defense electronics manufacturing experience (AS9100D environment).
- IPC J-STD-001 or IPC-A-610 certification (CIS or CIT).
- Experience with ESS (thermal cycling or vibration screening) or RF/avionics hardware (transponders, IFF, ADS-B).
Salary range: $22 to $35/ hour based on experience
Sagetech Avionics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. This position requires U.S. person status under ITAR/EAR.
Salary : $22 - $35