Quality Test Technician

Power Aerospace Innovation from the Test Bench

Ready to be the technical expert behind products that shape the future of aviation? PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with an industry-leading aerospace organization to hire a skilled Test Technician who thrives on solving complex technical challenges, improving manufacturing performance, and supporting mission-critical aerospace products.

If you're experienced in electronic testing, troubleshooting, RF systems, and mentoring others, this is your chance to play a key role in delivering high-quality products that meet the demanding standards of the aviation industry.

Position Details

Job Title: Test Technician

Location: Melbourne, FL

Job Type: Full-Time | Contract (6 Months)

Schedule: Monday-Friday | 2nd Shift | 3:30 PM - 1:00 AM (30-minute lunch)

Pay Rate: $31.54 per hour

Make an Impact Every Day

As a Test Technician , you'll provide critical manufacturing test support throughout the assembly, testing, and acceptance phases of advanced aerospace products. Serving as a technical lead across multiple product lines, you'll work closely with engineers and technicians to troubleshoot issues, improve yields, reduce downtime, and ensure products meet rigorous performance and quality standards.

Your expertise will directly support the successful delivery of innovative technologies that help keep the aviation industry moving forward.

What You'll Do

In this dynamic role, you will:

• Serve as the technical lead for multiple aerospace products and testing activities.

• Partner with engineers to investigate, analyze, and resolve manufacturing test challenges.

• Troubleshoot product failures, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to improve performance and test yields.

• Analyze test equipment performance and reliability to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency.

• Support and troubleshoot LabVIEW-based testing systems and applications.

• Develop, implement, and maintain test methods and manufacturing test processes.

• Determine optimal test sequences and workflows to improve product throughput.

• Provide technical guidance, support, and training to floor test technicians.

• Maintain test documentation and support configuration control and change management processes.

• Analyze existing manufacturing test processes and identify opportunities for cost savings and operational improvements.

• Support testing activities for sub-assemblies, modules, and top-level products.

• Assist with Material Review Board (MRB) activities involving internally manufactured and supplier components.

• Apply RF testing knowledge related to analog and microwave frequency systems.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives while maintaining compliance with quality and manufacturing standards.

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience; OR

• 6 years of relevant experience in lieu of a high school diploma or GED.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency using:

• Network Analyzers

• Spectrum Analyzers

• Signal Generators

• Frequency Counters

• Power Measurement Equipment

• Strong understanding of electronic theory and its application to:

• Testing

• Troubleshooting

• Product configuration

• System modeling

• Electronic assembly support

• Ability to diagnose technical issues and develop effective solutions in a production environment.

• Experience supporting manufacturing test operations and product acceptance testing.

• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with engineers and technicians.

Preferred Qualifications

• Eight or more years of relevant testing or manufacturing experience.

• Experience serving as a technical lead or subject matter expert.

• Experience mentoring, coaching, and training technicians.

• Familiarity with aerospace, aviation, defense, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments.

• Experience troubleshooting and supporting LabVIEW code and test systems.

• Background in RF systems, analog electronics, and microwave frequency testing.

• Experience driving process improvements and increasing manufacturing efficiency.

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial , we connect talented professionals with opportunities at some of the most respected organizations in aerospace and aviation. This role offers the chance to work on innovative technologies while expanding your technical expertise in a collaborative, high-performance environment.

What You'll Gain

• Competitive pay of $31.54 per hour

• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge aerospace products and technologies

• Exposure to advanced RF testing equipment and manufacturing systems

• Collaboration with experienced engineers and technical leaders

• A culture that values innovation, teamwork, quality, and continuous improvement

• Opportunities to expand your leadership and technical skills

• Meaningful work that contributes to the reliability and performance of aviation products worldwide

Every test you perform and every problem you solve helps ensure the quality and success of products that support critical aerospace operations.

Take Your Career to New Heights

If you're a technically skilled professional with a passion for electronics, troubleshooting, and aerospace innovation, we want to hear from you.

Apply today with PDS Tech Commercial and join a team that's helping shape the future of aviation. Your next great opportunity as a Test Technician starts here in Melbourne, FL.

This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.

Pay Details: $31.54 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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