Production Test Technician (Contract)

Primary Location: Fredericksburg, VA

U.S. Citizenship required due to defense and export-controlled program requirements

Ability to work remotely: No – On-site

Job Summary

The Production Test Technician will perform standardized electrical and functional testing on unmanned aircraft system (UAS) subassemblies in a high-volume manufacturing environment. Testing will include polarity and continuity verification, controlled power-up, communication with electronic speed controllers, and verification of motor identification, rotation, direction, and response. This is a production test position and does not involve flight testing. This is a full-time contract position expected to last approximately 2–3 months, with potential conversion to full-time employment based on performance and business needs.

Specific Responsibilities

Review production travelers and verify that required assembly and inspection operations are complete.
Perform pre-power polarity, continuity, resistance, and short-circuit checks.
Connect assemblies to current-limited power supplies and approved test equipment.
Establish direct communication with electronic speed controllers using the approved test interface.
Command and verify individual motor operation.
Confirm correct motor number, response, rotation direction, and basic operating condition.
Observe assemblies for abnormal current draw, noise, vibration, heating, or intermittent operation.
Record test results accurately in the applicable production system or traveler.
Apply required acceptance labels or status identification.
Segregate failed units and provide clear failure descriptions for troubleshooting or rework.
Assist with basic fault isolation using approved procedures.
Maintain test equipment, cables, fixtures, and workstations in an organized condition.
Follow electrical safety, ESD-control, and controlled power-up procedures.
Support production-rate improvement, test-fixture development, and cross-training as required.