Electronics Test Technician - 2nd Shift

Light Industrial/Manufacturing

Electronics Test Technician - 2nd Shift Clearwater, FL Posted: 9/28/2026

Job Description

Job ID#:

226516

Job Category:

Light Industrial/Manufacturing

Position Type:

Associate - W2

Duration:

52

Shift:

2

Electronics Test Technician - 2nd Shift

Location: Clearwater, FL

Job ID: 226516

Shift: Monday - Thursday, 3:30 PM to 2:00 AM EST

Position Overview

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a skilled Electronics Test Technician to support electronic testing, troubleshooting, and repair operations in a dynamic production environment. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience testing electronic assemblies, troubleshooting to the component level, and working with analog, digital, RF, and solid-state circuitry.

This role requires a detail-oriented technician who can maintain high-quality standards while supporting production schedules and customer delivery requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate test equipment to evaluate electronic circuit card assemblies, RF circuits, and subassemblies.

• Conduct testing according to established methods, procedures, specifications, and quality standards.

• Troubleshoot electronic assemblies to the component level using schematic diagrams and technical documentation.

• Diagnose and correct malfunctions through adjustments, repairs, or replacement of defective components.

• Adjust, calibrate, and verify performance of electronic systems and assemblies.

• Use hand tools, power tools, and electronic test equipment safely and effectively.

• Analyze test results and identify performance issues and corrective actions.

• Assist engineers in developing test procedures for new products and recommending process improvements.

• Support quality assurance activities and verify compliance with manufacturing and inspection standards.

• Maintain accurate maintenance, repair, and test documentation using Microsoft Office and data collection systems.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

• Additional technical training equivalent to an Associate degree, military electronics training, or related specialized technical education.

• Minimum of 1 year of direct electronics testing, repair, or troubleshooting experience.

• Experience troubleshooting digital and solid-state circuits at the component level.

• Ability to read and interpret schematics and technical drawings.

• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite and electronic documentation systems.

• Familiarity with electronic test equipment, including:

• Digital Multimeters (DMMs)

• Oscilloscopes

• Signal Generators

• Frequency Standards

• Network Analyzers

• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

• Required Skills:

• Electrical Troubleshooting, Troubleshooting, Basic Computer Skills, Electronics Circuit Card Troubleshooting & Testing and Electronics Troubleshooting

Preferred Qualifications

• Flying Probe testing and/or High Power Testing experience.

• Radio Frequency (RF) troubleshooting experience.

• Digital circuit troubleshooting experience.

• Familiarity with radar systems.

• Experience performing vibration and thermal ESS testing on circuit card assemblies and subassemblies.

• Military electronics repair or "backshop" maintenance experience.

• Experience supporting aerospace, defense, military, or high-reliability manufacturing environments.

• Desired Skills:

• MIL-STD-167-1A (Vibration) and Thermal

Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate is a hands-on electronics professional who enjoys diagnosing complex electronic issues, working with sophisticated test equipment, and contributing to a fast-paced production environment. Candidates with military electronics maintenance experience are strongly encouraged to apply.

Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.

Job Requirements

Minimum Security Clearance:

No Clearance

Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit http://www.tadpgs.com/candidate-privacy/ or https://pdsdefense.com/candidate-privacy/

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled