Senior Electrical Test Technician

Elevate your career at Marotta Controls, a New Jersey Top Workplace five years running! Dedicated to innovation, quality and excellence, we deliver cutting edge control systems for the Aerospace & Defense industry. At Marotta, we value bold thinking and teamwork, and we empower our employees to push boundaries while delivering top-tier solutions to our customers.

Our team fosters a fun, collaborative culture where creativity and technical excellence thrive! Your next big opportunity starts here. Be part of a company where your work supports a mission that makes a difference—apply today! Senior Electrical Test Technician (Power & Actuation Systems) Position Summary: We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Electrical Test Technician to support the testing, troubleshooting, and validation of electrical power units used in aerospace and defense applications.

The ideal candidate will have a strong electrical background, hands-on experience with electrical test equipment, and the ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation. This role will be responsible for performing functional, electrical, and performance testing to ensure products meet engineering specifications, quality standards, and customer requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform electrical and functional testing of power units, assemblies, and related components in accordance with approved test procedures.
• Set up, operate, and maintain electrical test equipment, including multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, electronic loads, and other specialized test systems.
• Measure and verify electrical parameters such as voltage, current, resistance, continuity, power output, and system performance.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, and technical specifications.
• Troubleshoot electrical and electronic failures to identify root causes and support corrective actions.
• Assist Engineering and Manufacturing teams in identifying and resolving test failures and product performance issues.
• Document test results, maintain accurate records, and report nonconforming conditions.
• Support the development, improvement, and validation of test procedures and test equipment.
• Ensure compliance with applicable quality standards, safety requirements, and established testing procedures.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing personnel to support production schedules and continuous improvement initiatives. Required Qualifications:
• Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electronics Technology, or a related technical discipline; or equivalent military training or relevant hands-on experience.
• 2+ years of experience in electrical testing, electronics troubleshooting, or a related technical role.
• Strong understanding of basic electrical principles, including AC/DC circuits, voltage, current, resistance, and power.
• Experience using electrical testing instruments such as digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, and power supplies.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Experience troubleshooting electrical assemblies and identifying component or system-level failures.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience testing electrical power systems, power supplies, power conversion equipment, or power distribution units.
• Familiarity with power electronics, including converters, inverters, transformers, and related electrical components.
• Experience with automated test equipment (ATE) and computerized test systems.
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or another highly regulated manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with environmental, functional, or acceptance testing.
• Knowledge of IPC workmanship standards, AS9100 quality requirements, or other relevant industry standards. Work Environment:
• On-site manufacturing and test laboratory environment.
• Regular use of electrical testing equipment and specialized test fixtures.
• Must follow established electrical safety procedures and applicable ESD controls.
• May require handling and positioning electrical assemblies and test equipment. Key Competencies
• Electrical testing and troubleshooting
• Technical problem-solving
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Quality and safety awareness
• Technical documentation
• Cross-functional collaboration Salary Range: $35 - $42 per hour This position is at our Parsippany, NJ location. Many of our contracts require proof that you are a U.S. citizen and/or that an export license has been obtained for employees who are citizens of certain countries. Your employment, both initially and continually thereafter, is conditioned on production of such proof of citizenship and/or any export license that may be required to comply with any and all applicable laws, regulations, or executive orders, or required by Federal, State, or local government contracts. We offer a highly competitive compensation package for this outstanding position plus a quarterly bonus along with a full range of top-quality benefits and employee services including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, life and disability income insurance programs, 401k retirement plans with company match, generous tuition aid program, paid vacation, sick and personal days, paid holidays and flexible work hours with compressed work week options. We recognize and reward our employee's accomplishments and host several employee engagement events per quarter. If you are looking to grow or accelerate your career and be part of a best-in-class organization while enjoying a work-life balance, please visit our website at www.marotta.com to learn more about us and to apply. Check out all our openings at https://marotta.com/job-openings/ We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity employer M/F/IWD/Veterans VETERANS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY No agencies, please.