Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians LL.US.17-3023

Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians LL.US.17-3023

Rockford, IL

Nov 23, 2026 to Apr 1, 2027

Temporary/Contract

Job Details

Location

Rockford, IL

Date Posted Oct 13, 2026

Start Date Nov 23, 2026 to Apr 1, 2027

Job Type Temporary/Contract

Description

• Move Forward with Volt

• Volt is hiring an 1st Shift Electrical Engineering Technician in Rockford, IL to support advanced aerospace and defense programs with a focus on EMC qualification testing.

• If you have hands-on experience with DO-160, MIL-STD-461 or similar aerospace EMC testing standards and enjoy working directly with test equipment, troubleshooting and test data, this could be a great opportunity.

• What You Will Do

• Operate equipment and systems during testing in accordance with startup/shutdown procedures, test procedures and technical instructions.

• Set up and support EMC qualification testing, including test bench layout, wire harness placement, units under test and production breaks.

• Integrate test setups and verify systems are operational and monitored parameters are within acceptable limits.

• Troubleshoot test setups and investigate test outages or unexpected results.

• Coordinate with test lab personnel to keep testing progressing according to established plans.

• Review test data and support technical documentation.

• Generate shift reports documenting test plans, observations, progress and next steps.

• Maintain route books and test logbooks.

• Coordinate regularly with EMC Engineers and EMC Project Engineers.

• Assist with disassembly and packing of test setups following completion of testing.

• Required Skills & Qualifications

• Hands-on experience supporting EMC qualification testing in accordance with DO-160, MIL-STD-461 or comparable aerospace standards.

• Experience setting up, integrating and troubleshooting test equipment or test systems.

• Experience reviewing test data, interpreting results and investigating test outages.

• Strong written and verbal technical communication skills.

• U.S. Citizenship required.

• Preferred Skills & Qualifications Candidates with experience in the following areas may be especially well suited for this opportunity:

• Aerospace or defense test environments

• Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) testing

• Electrical or electronic test equipment

• Wire harness and system-level test setups

• Technical test documentation and reporting

• Pay & Schedule

• Pay: 41.75/hour

• Shift: 1st Shift

• Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.

• Benefits: Volt offers benefits (based on eligibility) that include the following: health, dental, vision, term life, short term disability, AD&D, 401(k), Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law), Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

• Volt is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Volt is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact the company.

• Volt does not discriminate against applicants based on citizenship status, immigration status, or national origin, in accordance with applicable laws.

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