Test Technician I (Electronic Calibration Technician)

Founded in 1918, Kearfott Corporation, a global Aerospace and Defense supplier for over 100 years, is a leader in the design and manufacture of precision motion control products and inertial navigation components. Kearfott has a very long history of innovation and excellence and is the go-to brand for many of our global clients. Kearfott is trusted, respected and plays a vital role in the success of America's aerospace and defense industries. With over a century of expertise & experience, Kearfott is dedicated to providing quality, reliability, and cutting-edge technology to customers worldwide to meet their sea, land, air, and space navigation and guidance requirements.

Kearfott offers a comprehensive benefits package including a 401K, and Tuition Reimbursement. We offer a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off.

We are looking for talented individuals who want to be part of a world-class work force. Join Kearfott and become part of a company that is recognized for technical expertise and respected world-wide as a 'full service' provider.

For more information, visit our website at www.kearfott.com

Minimum starting pay: $24/hr

Position Details:

This position is responsible for testing, troubleshooting and calibrating a variety of electronic industrial measuring devices to ensure they conform to established standards. Sets up equipment for tests and measures accuracy of instruments and adjusts instruments to calibration standards.

Essential Functions:

• Calibrate and adjust electronic test equipment
• Generate and maintain traceable calibration records
• Basic schematic and wire diagram reading
• Basic soldering of cables and circuits
• Repair/replace defective equipment and recertify test stations
• Evaluate/troubleshoot electronic equipment to determine root cause
• Set up standardized laboratory equipment to test and measure accuracy of instruments which are used to record voltage, magnetic resistance, and other factors
• Clean, maintain and repair all equipment utilized in acceptance testing of shippable products
• Maintains inventory of specialized repair/supply items to ensure adequate supplies are available
• Requests quotes and submits requisitions from outside sources
• Coordinate corrective action with supervisors
• Work with Test Equipment or Design engineers to build new test stands
• Performs any other tasks directed by management to satisfy company objectives

Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required, Associate Degree in Electronics or Electrical Engineering or military training in metrology preferred.
• 1 to 3 years experience performing inspection, calibration and repair of precision electronic testing and measuring equipment such as Oscilloscopes, Meters, etc.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the US, visa sponsorship not available.
• Must have basic understanding of metrology.
• Must have an understanding of schematics

This position is located at our Black Mountain NC facility. Relocation assistance is not available

Equal Opportunity Employer

Minorities/Females/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity