Technician - Test Engineering; Onsite

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Our Sensors Test Engineering team in Burnsville Minnesota is seeking a Staff Technician to join our team of experienced engineers and technicians supporting production. As a member of our team, you will lead in building and assembling innovative test solutions supporting both commercial and defense sensor products. In this role, you will be exposed to a wide variety of test solutions at various stages of their life cycle.

A successful candidate will be a fast learner with the ability to respond to requests efficiently, have a strong background in both electrical and mechanical test system build and assembly, and a curiosity to troubleshoot and solve test equipment problems.

• Lead developing, integrating, and testing electrical components, and equipment systems as well as resolving day-to-day technical problems by troubleshooting electrical devices problems on the production line.
• Lead in the building of test hardware (cables, boxes, system racks, etc.) and test solutions per engineering drawings.
• Create and review test system designs and documentation with engineering to meet customer requirements. Will work in updating documentation (drawings, schematics, BOM, classification) or providing markups of new and existing test hardware.
• You will provide guidance for engineering regarding prototype design concepts and specification requirements to best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques.
• You will work in a collaborative team environment and be able to communicate effectively with engineers, operators, and technicians.
• You will lead in orienting, training, and inspecting the work of fellow technical employees.

• You will learn to work as a team to solve the most difficult problems.
• You will learn to manage your time and work in an agile environment.
• You will learn how to build and troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, pressure, video, and laser test equipment and test systems.
• You will learn electrical and mechanical design best practices in a manufacturing environment.

• Typically requires an AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience
• 6+ years as a technician supporting assembly and or testing.

• Demonstrated experience in building complex cable assemblies, test boxes, and assemblies of test systems for the aviation industry (military specification, AS9100)
• Proficient knowledge reviewing and editing engineering schematics and wire lists, and Minnesota State Electrical codes and statutes to pass inspection.
• Proficient knowledge of tools, testing equipment, soldering, and crimping (hand, electric, pneumatic).
• Demonstrates clear communication and mentorship skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve operational goals.
• Detail-oriented and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience using analytical and problem-solving skills to effectively identify and resolve issues and mitigate risks.
• Collins Enterprise Values including Safety | Trust | Accountability | Respect | Collaboration | Innovation.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal,  protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
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