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Testing Operator

Cristek North Billerica, Massachusetts, United States

onsitefull-time
Posted Jan 23, 2026Apply by Feb 22, 2026

Role & seniority: Testing Operator, Quality Assurance (mid-level); reports to Quality & Testing Supervisor

Stack/tools: Electrical test equipment (Nexeya MPT, MK Systems test machines); continuity testers, Fluke meters, multimeters, hi-pot testers, TDR, ESS chambers; read and apply customer drawings, parts/wire lists; IPC/WHMA-A-620, J-STD compliance

Top 3 responsibilities

  • Conduct electrical and functional tests on cable/wire harness assemblies; document results

  • Verify product integrity, identify defects (open/short circuits, miswires, continuity issues); communicate findings

  • Troubleshoot with MRB and cross-functional teams to diagnose/fix faults; ensure compliance with drawings and procedures

Must-have skills

  • 2+ years in cable/wire harness testing and manufacturing

  • Proficiency with electrical test gear and troubleshooting techniques

  • Strong attention to detail, problem-solving ability

  • Ability to read and interpret English drawings, parts lists, and specs

  • Certifications: J-STD and IPC/WHMA-A-620 required

Nice-to-haves

  • Technical certifications in testing or IPC standards

  • Aerospace or regulated manufacturing experience

  • Location & work type: Location not specified; work environment is on-site manufacturing; safety-conscious with routine shiftable testing duties

Full Description

Working as part of the Quality Assurance team, the Testing Operator will

play a key role to ensure that cable and harness assemblies meet quality

standards, industry regulations, customer specifications, IPC-620, J-STD

and Cristek Best Practices. This role will report to the Quality &

Testing Supervisor. This role is responsible for testing, and ensuring

the quality and functionality of electrical cable and wire harness

assemblies used in the aerospace industry. The Testing Operator will

collaborate with the other members of the Quality team, as well as the

Production, Sales and Engineering teams to maintain product integrity

and improve processes. The ability to perform effectively in a

manufacturing environment while meeting delivery schedules and customer

Requirements Is Critical To This Position. Responsibilities Include But

are not limited to: - Read and comprehend, in English, the customer

Drawings, Parts List, Wire List, Processes, Specifications, and assembly

Routers for step-by-step instructions on how the cable assembly was

built, in order to prepare for testing. - Testing: Conduct electrical

and functional tests on cables and wire harness assemblies using

automated and manual test equipment. - Quality Control: Verify product

integrity by identifying defects such as open circuits, short circuits,

miswires, and continuity issues. - Troubleshooting: Collaborate with MRB

team to diagnose and resolve faults, following technical schematics,

wiring diagrams, and testing procedures. - Equipment Operation: Identify

and open test programs on Nexeya MPT and MK Systems test machines, and

collect test fixtures to be connected to the cable and harness assembly.

Connect test fixture to equipment and run existing test programs. o Use

continuity testers, Fluke meters, multimeters, hi-pot testers, TDR, ESS

chambers, and other electrical test devices based on customer drawing

requirements. o Ensure correct voltage is programmed prior to testing. -

Documentation: Maintain accurate test reports, log results, and

communicate findings to Supervisor. - Compliance: Ensure adherence to

industry standards (e.g., IPC/WHMA-A-620) and customer requirements. -

Collaboration: Work closely with Production, Sales and Engineering, and

Quality Control personnel to enhance product quality and resolve

issues. - Troubleshooting & Recommendations: Identify and report all

test failures and collaborate with Sales, Engineers and Production teams

to implement corrective and preventive actions. - Compliance & Safety

Requires adherence to safety protocols when handling electrical testing

equipment. Maintain a clean and organized testing area. WORK EXPERIENCE

REQUIREMENTS - Minimum 2 years experience in cable and wire harness

testing and manufacturing. - Familiarity with electrical testing

equipment and troubleshooting techniques. - Strong attention to detail

And Problem-solving Skills. EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS - High School Diploma

or equivalent (technical certifications in testing or IPC standards are

a plus). - J-STD Certification is required - IPC/WHMA-A-620

Certification is required

TestingQuality ControlTroubleshootingElectrical TestingDocumentationCollaborationProblem-solvingAttention to DetailEquipment OperationComplianceSafety ProtocolsCustomer SpecificationsIndustry RegulationsTechnical SchematicsWiring DiagramsTesting ProceduresAutomated Testingmulti-locationreview:company

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