Lead Test Technician

Mercury Systems specializes in secure mission-critical technology for the military and defense. Weare seeking aLead Test Technician forour Test Operations group.This is a great opportunity for a “hands-on get-it-done” individual to contribute to thecorporation’s future growth. This position is in Torrance, CA., * Participate in hardware review and help drive failure reviews.

• Collaborate with lab management to help cross-train team members on various test functions and hardware.
• Troubleshoot test fixtures, setups, and related equipment.
• Conduct environmental and functional testing, including ESS, thermal cycling, vibration, and electrical pre/post testing.
• Support 5S initiatives and promote lean manufacturing principles within the test area.
• Consistently meet or exceed production schedules and deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Accurately complete logs, documentation, and forms in accordance with company policies and practices.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

• Typically requires 5-7 years of environmental and functional testing, including ESS, thermal cycling and vibrations.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience troubleshooting test fixtures, setups, and related equipment.
• Strong electronics background.
• Ability to work with various mechanical hand tools.
• Familiarity with ESD procedures.
• Ability to work overtime based on business demands.
• Must be able to obtain a security clearance upon hire.
• Comfortable leading daily meetings.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous leadership experience.
• Experience with Python, LabView or other automated test scripts preferred.

Mercury Systems is a technology company that makes the world a safer, more secure place. We push processing power to the tactical edge, making the latest commercial technologies profoundly more accessible for today’s most challenging aerospace and defense missions. From silicon to system scale, Mercury enables customers to accelerate innovation and turn data into decision superiority. Headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, Mercury employs more than 2,300 people in 24 locations worldwide. To learn more, visit mrcy.com

Our Culture

We are committed to making Mercury a great place to work, no matter where our employees are located. We offer a casual and enjoyable atmosphere that allows employees to learn and grow. We help and care for one another and work as one to achieve results for us and for our customers. We value communication and transparency, and strive to foster two-way dialogue at all levels of the organization. We are committed to lifelong learning, offering comprehensive skills training and tuition reimbursement. Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or you are an experienced professional, it’s important to us that you feel recognized and rewarded for your contributions.

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