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Test Technician, Sr - Defense System Division

Group: Aerospace Group N. America

Division: Defense Systems

Location : USA IRVINE CA DEFENSE SYSTEMS

Job Family : Manufacturing

Job Type : Regular

Posted : Dec 17, 2025

Job ID : 61646

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Job Title: Senior Test Technician (Electronics)

Job Code: 1015

Department: Manufacturing

Exempt or Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt

Grade: M-28

Org Marketing Statement

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker’s goal of addressing the world’s most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.

Senior Test Technician (RF/Analog Electronics)

Position Summary/Essential Functions:

In-depth testing, troubleshooting, and repairs on complex electronics assemblies and subassemblies. Create detailed reports on customer return units and assist Quality and Engineering teams with failure analysis reports to identify root causes. RF testing and theory are essential to the job as well as performing the vital duties listed below.

Responsibilities:

+ Troubleshoots, digital, analog, RF, fiber-optic and high-voltage circuitry to component level using schematics, wiring diagrams, and drawings.

+ Conducts detailed tests on items such as RF cables, modules, continuity test continuity tests (Cirris or manual), controllers, and dispensers.

+ Performs Environmental Stress Screening (ESS) testing including vibration and temp cycling as required.

+ Checks functioning of newly installed equipment to evaluate system performance under actual operating conditions.

+ Diagnoses, documents, reworks, and tests RF sub-component and final electronic products of moderate to high complexity as prescribed by drawings, electrical schematics, and/or procedures.

+ Strong ability to test and diagnose products utilizing schematics and test procedures.

+ Ability to collaborate with engineers on advanced troubleshooting.

+ Record failure data and test issues in databases as required. Work with quality engineers to document product repair changes. Evaluate results and recommend corrective action when required.

+ Prepare detailed reports of RMA findings documenting the results, methods and equipment used in evaluation as well as determining the root cause in some cases.

Qualifications:

+ Associate’s degree or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; or 6+ years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

+ Personal Computer literate. Spreadsheets, word processing and presentations (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

+ Must be able to operate volt meters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, high voltage power supplies and other equipment associated with a normal test environment.

+ The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

+ The work area is usually subject to air conditioning / heating.

+ Will occasionally work with voltages up to 15000 volts.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. An employee may also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total compensation package.

Come join the Parker Aerospace Team! We are proud to offer competitive benefits designed with health, wealth and well-being in mind.Our competitive package includes:

Financial Security and Growth:

+ Competitive salary with an annual bonus incentive plan.

+ 401k Employer match up to 5% and an annual Retirement Income Account (RIA) contribution of 3%. Overall, 8% company match.

Time Away & Work-life Balance:

Generous Paid Time Off

13 paid holidays including a company-wide shut down between Christmas and New Year’s.

Parental Leave: 4 weeks at 100% pay for new family additions.

Extras like Adoption Assistance, financial guidance resources, paid jury duty, bereavement time, and time off for citizenship testing, marriage, and birth.

Career Advancement and Education:

Career development opportunities with up to $10,000 tuition reimbursement per year.

Support for ongoing education through our Educational Reimbursement program.

Parker Purpose Opportunities (Social Responsibility):

Business Resource Groups promoting diversity, equity and inclusion.

Engagement activities celebrated throughout the year. Examples include Internal Career Day, FYE Celebration, anniversary recognition events, employee appreciation, veteran appreciation, and more!

The Parker Foundation provides access to donation matching, disaster relief, charitable organization funding, and paid volunteer hour s.

Additional Benefits:

Employee discounts on various services (car purchases, computer purchases, life adventures, etc.).

Employee Referral program - Refer a family member or friend and receive a generous award for referrals that are hired (up to $4,000).

Competitive Compensation

+ Pay Range: $26.6/hr to $44.3/hr

+ Participation in Annual Incentive Program

Benefit & Retirement Plans

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

+ Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.

+ 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.

+ Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.

+ Career development and tuition reimbursement.

+ Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.

+ Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.

+ Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

(“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”)

If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Employees & Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (https://www.eeoc.gov/employees-job-applicants)

Drug-Free Workplace

In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements .

Please note that the salary range information is only applicable for California, New York, Washington. Compensation is based on a variety of factors, candidate experience, qualifications, location as well as market and business considerations.