Will “Test Technician” be Replaced By Robots? 🤔

Unknown Chance of Automation

Sadly, the research paper did not provide any information about this occupation. Maybe have a look at our directory?

Job Description

Lay out, build, test, troubleshoot, repair, and modify developmental and production electronic components, parts, equipment, and systems, such as computer equipment, missile control instrumentation, electron tubes, test equipment, and machine tool numerical controls, applying principles and theories of electronics, electrical circuitry, engineering mathematics, electronic and electrical testing, and physics. Usually work under direction of engineering staff.

Job Details

The SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) code is 17-3023.01

☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Electronics Engineering Technicians”.

Also Known As…

Tasks for “Test Technician”

Maintain system logs or manuals to document testing or operation of equipment.
Design basic circuitry and draft sketches for clarification of details and design documentation under engineers' direction, using drafting instruments or computer-aided design (CAD) equipment.
Perform preventative maintenance or calibration of equipment or systems.
Procure parts and maintain inventory and related documentation.
Provide user applications or engineering support or recommendations for new or existing equipment with regard to installation, upgrades, or enhancements.
Fabricate parts, such as coils, terminal boards, or chassis, using bench lathes, drills, or other machine tools.
Assemble, test, or maintain circuitry or electronic components, according to engineering instructions, technical manuals, or knowledge of electronics, using hand or power tools.
Research equipment or component needs, sources, competitive prices, delivery times, or ongoing operational costs.
Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, or engineering instructions for assembling electronics units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components.
Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions, working with manufacturers or field representatives as necessary to procure replacement parts.
Maintain working knowledge of state-of-the-art tools or software by reading or attending conferences, workshops, or other training.
Build prototypes from rough sketches or plans.
Adjust or replace defective or improperly functioning circuitry or electronics components, using hand tools or soldering iron.
Test electronics units, using standard test equipment, and analyze results to evaluate performance and determine need for adjustment.
Survey satellite receival sites for proper signal level or provide technical assistance in dish location or installation, transporting dishes as necessary.
Write computer or microprocessor software programs.
Write reports or record data on testing techniques, laboratory equipment, or specifications to assist engineers.
Provide customer support and education, working with users to identify needs, determine sources of problems, or to provide information on product use.
Develop or upgrade preventative maintenance procedures for components, equipment, parts, or systems.

Related Technology & Tools

Welding goggles
Programmable logic controllers PLC
Ohmmeters
Q meters
Adjustable wrenches
Frequency counters
Oscilloscopes
Dataloggers
Phase shift indicators
Screwdrivers
Phase shifters
Wire cutters
Nanosecond universal counters
Soldering equipment
Power meters
Wattmeters
Voltage testers
Magnetic pickup tools
Wire wrap guns
Transformers
Current probes
Bench lathes
Impedance meters
Wire crimpers
Logic analyzers
Voltage probes
Binocular light compound microscopes
Notebook computers
Potentiometers
Welding hoods
Stroboscopes
Signal measuring equipment
Anti-static heel grounders
Wrist anti-static straps
Personal computers
Microprocessors
Laser printers
Dynamometers
Desktop computers
Wire strippers
Spectrum analyzers
Digital voltmeters DVM
Soldering stations
Dual power supplies
Function generators
Digital cameras
Adjustable widemouth pliers
Multimeters
Brushless direct current DC motors
Tachometers
Ammeters
Power drills
Power screwdrivers
Computerized numerical control CNC machining centers
Digital plotters

Graphics software
Root cause analysis software
National Instruments Multisim
Linux
Database software
Computer aided software engineering CASE tools
Verilog
The MathWorks MATLAB
Microsoft Internet Explorer
Mentor Graphics ModelSim
Microsoft Excel
Cadence PSpice
FileMaker Pro
PTC Creo Parametric
Spreadsheet software
Bentley MicroStation
SAP
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Visual Basic
C
C++
National Instruments LabVIEW
Human machine interface HMI software
Microsoft Access
Microsoft PowerPoint
Autodesk AutoCAD
Emulators
Adobe Systems Adobe Acrobat