Electronics Test Technician

RFA Engineering (www.rfamec.com) is an engineering service provider dedicated to delivering our clients with timely engineering support and expertise. We are seeking a growth-oriented candidate to become an integral part of our engineering team. The selected candidate will work with an experienced engineering staff using state-of-the-art engineering tools & processes. This position will operate onsite at our customer's world-class engineering and manufacturing facility.

Electronics Test Technician

The selected candidate will support testing, troubleshooting, validation, and development of electronic control systems and related hardware products while working alongside experienced engineering professionals.

Responsibilities

• Perform setup, bring-up, and testing of electronic hardware and assemblies.
• Execute validation and verification testing on prototype and production hardware.
• Troubleshoot electronic systems using oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and other laboratory equipment.
• Perform soldering, rework, and modifications on electronic assemblies.
• Build and maintain test fixtures, cable assemblies, and laboratory setups.
• Support environmental, durability, and compliance testing activities.
• Collect, analyze, and document test data and results.
• Assist with development of automated test tools and scripts.
• Investigate hardware failures and support root cause analysis activities.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, inventory, and calibration records.
• Work closely with engineering, manufacturing, and supplier teams.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Electronics Technology, Engineering Technology, Mechanical Technology, Electrical Technology, or a related technical discipline; or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Experience supporting electronics testing, validation, laboratory operations, product development, or related engineering activities.
• Experience using standard laboratory instrumentation such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, function generators, power supplies, and data acquisition equipment.
• Strong soldering and hardware rework capabilities.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, PCB layouts, engineering drawings, and bills of material.
• Experience building and modifying cables, harnesses, and laboratory test setups.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel.
• Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Python, LabVIEW, or automated test systems.
• Familiarity with communication protocols such as Ethernet, RS-485, Modbus, SPI, or I2C.
• Experience with controls, automation systems, HVAC equipment, or connected devices.
• Experience supporting environmental, EMC, or product certification testing.
• IPC certifications or similar technical certifications.
• Experience building test fixtures and cable harnesses.

Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

Pay Range: $50,000-$80,000 – Commensurate with experience

About RFA Engineering

RFA Engineering has provided product development and engineering services to industry leading customers since 1943. Our primary focus is the development of off highway equipment including agricultural, construction, mining, recreational, industrial, and special machines. Our work includes concept development, product design, documentation, problem-solving, simulation, optimization, and testing of components, systems and complete machines. Our engineering staff is located at our Engineering Center in Minneapolis, branch office in Dubuque, IA, and at numerous customer sites throughout the U.S.

Competitive Benefits

• Health and Dental Insurance
• TelaDoc Healthiest You
• Supplemental Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Long-Term Disability
• Short-term Disability
• Retirement Savings Account (Traditional 401k & Roth 401k)
• Flexible Spending Plan Dependent Care
• HSA for Medical Expenses
• Bonus Plan (Exempt Employees Only)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Bereavement Leave
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Education Assistance

Equal Opportunity and Veteran Friendly