Electronic Test Technician

Test Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Test Technician to support our engineering team in troubleshooting, testing, and debugging electronic systems. This role involves hands-on work with products and equipment in an onsite environment.

Responsibilities

Support troubleshooting and debug assignments under the supervision of engineers.

Conduct testing activities, including root cause analysis and performing exploratory and formal tests.

Provide technical information and documentation as directed by engineering and service teams.

Interpret engineering drawings and specifications, including PCB schematics and Solidworks drawings.

Solder and de-solder PCB components according to IPC J-STD-001 standards.

Report progress and status of assignments promptly, emphasizing result reporting to supervisors.

Write verification and validation (V&V) protocols, perform tests, and write V&V reports.

Assist with the design, development, testing, and manufacturing of fixtures, gaging products, and other tools.

Essential Skills

Proficiency in electronics and engineering.

Strong troubleshooting skills, particularly with PCB and test equipment.

Experience in electronic system testing.

Ability to read and interpret PCB schematics and engineering drawings.

Soldering skills according to IPC J-STD-001 standards.

Experience with video interfaces (SDI, HDMI, DisplayPort), power supplies, USB interfaces, EMC / EMI, and embedded systems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate degree preferred.

5 years of relevant experience required.

Experience with medical device design requirements is preferred.

Ability to effectively communicate with technical and non-technical staff.

Detail-oriented with solid experience in PCB, sub-assembly, and assembly troubleshooting.

Familiarity with test equipment and ability to read schematics and troubleshoot circuits.

Knowledge of electronic and electronic systems manufacturing / test processes.

Proficiency in MS Office Suite.

Experience with software such as Altera, Python, Linux, C#, Altium, Solidworks, and various file viewers.

Work Environment

This is an onsite role located in Santa Barbara, CA, requiring hands-on responsibilities with products and equipment. The work environment is collaborative and requires effective communication with cross-functional teams. Employees enjoy 2 weeks of PTO and 6 paid holidays.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Goleta, California.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $45.00 / hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following :

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off / Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Goleta,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.