Qualification Testing Technician at Rakon in Auckland, Auckland

Qualification Testing Technician

Location: Auckland, Auckland

Rakon is a global high‑technology company – a New Zealand grown success story, and a world leader in advanced frequency control and timing solutions. Our products play a critical role in telecommunications, global positioning, space, and defence applications worldwide.

We are seeking a Qualification Testing Technician to join our Product Reliability and Qualification team in Auckland. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on technician who enjoys testing, troubleshooting, problem-solving, and working closely with engineers to support the development and qualification of world-leading technology products.

Working within a collaborative engineering environment, you will play a key role in product qualification, reliability testing, and development activities. Your work will help ensure our products meet performance, reliability, and quality expectations before being released to customers around the world. This is a great opportunity to gain exposure to advanced electronic technologies while working alongside experienced engineers and technical specialists.

What You'll Be Doing

Product Qualification & Testing

• Conduct a range of electrical measurements and qualification tests to support product development and reliability activities.
• Set up, operate, and maintain test equipment and test environments.
• Ensure test equipment remains accurately calibrated and fit for purpose.
• Collect, analyse, and interpret test data to support engineering investigations and decision-making.
• Prepare accurate test records and communicate results to engineers and technical stakeholders.

Technical Support & Troubleshooting

• Troubleshoot test equipment, test jigs, and qualification setups to minimise downtime.
• Diagnose equipment and product issues and escalate findings to the Team Leader where required.
• Trace circuitry, investigate faults, and assist with technical problem-solving activities.
• Check and verify wiring, cable connections, and electronic assemblies used within test setups.

Test Jig & Prototype Development

• Build, modify, and maintain test jigs and fixtures.
• Assist with prototype assembly and engineering experiments.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at improving testing efficiency, repeatability, and reliability.

What You'll Bring

• An Electronics Technician qualification or equivalent technical qualification.

• Previous experience working in a technician, testing, qualification, or reliability-focused role.

• Strong understanding of electronics theory and practical electronics.
• Experience using electronic test and measurement equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and frequency counters.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, flowcharts, and technical specifications.
• Experience with soldering, electronic assembly, and test jig construction.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Good computer literacy and experience using Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to following processes.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Why Join Us?

At Rakon, we value problem solvers who continuously challenge the status quo and look for ways to improve our products, our business, and themselves.

You'll join a supportive engineering environment where innovation, technical excellence, and continuous improvement are encouraged. This is an opportunity to work on products used around the world while developing your skills alongside experienced engineers and technical specialists.

If this sounds like you and you're ready for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so apply now!