Electronics engineering technicians assist engineers in the development and/or modification of electronic components, equipment, and systems. They read blueprints, schematic drawings, and electronics engineers' notes to assemble electronic components or systems. They test electronic components as outlined by electronics engineers. They keep logs of all the testing and/or operation of electronic equipment.

They establish testing, calibration, and maintenance programs to prevent malfunctions in accordance with the manufacturers' specification manuals. They order necessary parts to repair and/or maintain electronic components and maintain an inventory of parts and a file of related manufacturers' specification manuals.

Hours & Conditions
Electronics engineering technicians usually work 40 hours a week. Some technicians may be exposed to noise, dirt, and/or heat on the production floor. Others work in "clean" rooms wearing special clothing to prevent the contamination of precision components.

Work Locations
Manufacturers, government, engineering firms, and the Armed Forces employ electronics engineering technicians in testing or product development laboratories.

Pros & Cons
Electronics engineering technicians enjoy the challenge of troubleshooting electronic equipment malfunctions in complex systems. They must attend conferences or workshops or study technical papers to have a working knowledge of the new technologies used in test equipment and in electronic devices.

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