Electromagnetic Compatibility Technician

Company: NTS - National Technical Systems
Location: Rockford
Posted on: February 14, 2020

Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARY: Perform EMI (Electromagnetic Interference) tests and measurements of electronic and electro-mechanical equipment and subsystems using standard and precision measurement instrumentation for the EMI department. _EMI: Electromagnetic Interference tests/measurements of electronic and electro-mechanical equipment and subsystems using standard and precision measurement instrumentation._ CORE RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: Test Setup - Read specifications from technical documents (Test Standards, Customer SOWs, and Test Plans/Procedures), identify/prepare test equipment Perform Testing - Monitor tests per specifications, interact with customers if needed, troubleshoot, and document all pertinent data Data Processing - After test completion, verify, review and document all pertinent data. Finalize data and send to the Program Manager Lab Maintenance / Post-Test Breakdown - Physically remove test items. Maintain lab by cleaning all equipment, keeping calibrated instruments current, & organizing supplies Other - Perform other duties as assigned CORE REQUIREMENTS: Limited supervision; can perform recurring work independently. May be informal team leader Able to complete advanced technical and mechanical procedures; able to perform assignments that are not standardized or prescribed Regular interaction with clients Able to troubleshot and rework complex tests Advanced interpretation and analysis of test results; regularly called upon to provide input on test results Highly advanced understanding of DMM, Oscope, power supplies; understanding of RF measurement techniques and the use of various RF measurement instruments (specifically Spectrum Analyzers, EMI Receivers, Network Analyzers, EMI receivers, Power Meters); comprehensive knowledge of all potential aspects of safety Able to use all standard and complex EMI equipment; able to accurately capture necessary data; able to use TILE (Total Integrated Laboratory Environment) test software; able to construct AC/DC circuits; basic MS Office skills MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: HS Diploma or GED. Technical Certification, AA or AS in Electronics/Electrical strongly preferred 5+ Years of experience WORKING CONDITIONS: Test lab with exposure to sudden, loud noises PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; climb stairs; balance; stoop; kneel; crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. EEO POLICY STATEMENT: It is the policy of NTS to offer Equal Employment Opportunity to all individuals without regards to race, creed, ancestry, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, age, national origin, physical disabilities, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions.

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