Test Technician Jobs in San Diego, CA

A Test Technician in the quality control industry plays a critical role in ensuring that products meet set safety, functionality, and quality standards. They conduct rigorous tests on various product samples, recording and analyzing test data, maintaining testing equipment, and compiling comprehensive reports on their findings. They coordinate with the manufacturing team to identify and rectify any defects, errors, or problems detected during testing. This role requires high attention to detail and significant technical knowledge. Their findings are crucial in decision-making procedures concerning product release, further development, and improvements.

Essential skills for a Test Technician include troubleshooting, technical aptitude, precision, and knowledge in the use of testing equipment and software. They should be proficient in data interpretation and report preparation, and have excellent communication skills. A certification such as Certified Quality Technician (CQT) from the American Society for Quality (ASQ) could be a huge advantage. Before becoming a Test Technician, a person may hold roles such as Quality Control Inspector, Production Operator, or Maintenance Technician. These roles provide valuable experience in quality checking, machinery handling, and understanding of manufacturing processes which are fundamental for a Test Technician role.

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Cell Engineering Test Technician

  • San Diego, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 6 days ago

We are looking for a Test Technician to evaluate cell level performance during the early design stages across all programs, including vehicle and energy storage....

Vehicle Inspection Technician Rideshare Hub (San Diego)

  • San Diego, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 6 days ago

Join Our Growing Team! RMI Inspections is expanding our in-person inspection hubs and we're looking for motivated and reliable Vehicle Inspection Technicians to join our San Diego team. We...

Service Inspection Technician

  • El Cajon, CA (18 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • El Cajon, CA (18 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 10 days ago

THE POSITION IN A NUTSHELL Sciens Building Solutions is seeking a Service Inspection Technician to provide inspection and maintenance capabilities. This position will work closely with our sales...

Test Technician

  • San Diego, CA
  • 14 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 14 days ago

Job Area: Operations Group, Operations Group > Test Technician General Summary: The Qualcomm Graphics Test team is looking for highly motivated and committed Software Test Technician to participate...

Test Technician II

  • San Diego, CA
  • 28 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 28 days ago

Connects unit to be tested to test equipment such as signal generator, frequency meter, or spectrum analyzer....

Test Technician, Senior

  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Test technician would maintain test bench equipment and environment, troubleshoot, maintain, and monitor test set ups in the product test labs....

Test Technician, Senior 7019 Test Technician, Senior 7019

  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Ability to derive solution to a complex test case failure....

Test Technician, Intermediate 7017 Test Technician, Intermediate 7017

  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Ability to derive solution to a complex test case failure....

Test Technician 7015 Test Technician 7015

  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago

analyzers, signal generators, power meters Familiarity with base station emulators for RF measurement (e.g....

Test Technician, Intermediate 7017

  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Job Description: This is a fast paced working environment to validation world leading next generation mobile silicon-on-chip (SOC) devices. We are looking for people who are energetic, organized,...

Test Technician 7015

  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Job Description: Job Overview: This is a Test Technician position within the System Test organization....

Test Technician, Specialist 7028 Test Technician, Specialist 7028

  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago

analyzers, signal generators, power meters Familiarity with base station emulators for RF measurement (e.g....

Test Technician, Specialist 7028

  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago

analyzers, signal generators, power meters Familiarity with base station emulators for RF measurement (e.g....

Test Technician, Senior 7019

  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Job Description: execution of test suites over unit test framework (UTAF) and full stack modem test framework (MTF) Understanding and execution of process for compilation of builds and loading on...

Electronics Test Technician

  • Poway, CA (21 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Poway, CA (21 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Schedule: Full-Time Hourly Job Level: Mid-Level (3-7 years) Travel: 0 - 25 What makes a successful Electronics Test Technician at General Atomics?...

Demographic Data for San Diego, CA

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Salary for Test Technician Jobs in San Diego, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Test Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Test Technicians in San Diego, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
31.5%
Associate's Degree
20.1%
High School or GED
20.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.0%
Master's Degree
10.4%
Some College
1.3%
Doctorate Degree
1.2%
Some High School
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Test Technicians in San Diego, CA
4-6 years
22.2%
Less than 1 year
22.2%
1-2 years
18.5%
2-4 years
18.5%
None
11.1%
6-8 years
7.4%



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