How to hire an electronics tester

How to hire an electronics tester, step by step

Here's a step-by-step electronics tester hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write an electronics tester job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new electronics tester
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   First, determine the employments status of the electronics tester you need to hire. Certain electronics tester roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

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   An electronics tester's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, electronics testers from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list shows salaries for various types of electronics testers.

   Type of Electronics Tester	Description	Hourly rate
   Electronics Tester	Quality control inspectors examine products and materials for defects or deviations from specifications.	$12-20
   Receiving Inspector	Receiving associates are responsible for receiving, unloading, and stocking merchandise in stockrooms. They check the quality and quantity of each product before stocking them... Show more	$14-24
   Quality Assurance Inspector	Quality Assurance Auditors are employees who ensure the adherence of other employees to company processes and guidelines. They are expected to be experts on quality assurance processes and procedures... Show more	$12-23

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Test Results
   • Level Troubleshooting
   • Manual Tests
   • Transducers
   • Surface Mount
   • Test Procedures
   • ISO
   • Engineering Specifications
   • ATE
   • RF
   • Electronic Devices
   • Electronic Products
   • Troubleshoot
   • Electronic Assemblies

   Check all skills

   Responsibilities:

   • Assemble RF antennas using circuit boards, dipoles, and soldering irons.
   • Experience in SMT automate and manual techniques.
   • Test and troubleshot PC board per ICP-A-600C.
   • Mark PC boards with grade and acceptance-rejection status.
   • Test and troubleshot assemblies and or final systems.
   • Test cell phone software, run and maintain test plans.

   More electronics tester duties

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your electronics tester job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. An electronics tester salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, electronics testers' average salary in alabama is 50% less than in district of columbia.
   • Seniority. Entry-level electronics testers earn 40% less than senior-level electronics testers.
   • Certifications. An electronics tester with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in an electronics tester's salary.

   Average electronics tester salary

   $15.75hourly

   $32,751 yearly

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   Entry-level electronics tester salary

   $25,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 20, 2026

   Average electronics tester salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	New York	$38,425	$18
   2	California	$36,335	$17
   3	Massachusetts	$34,958	$17
   4	North Dakota	$34,779	$17
   5	Pennsylvania	$33,942	$16
   6	Oregon	$33,791	$16
   7	Wisconsin	$33,252	$16
   8	Missouri	$33,049	$16
   9	Michigan	$31,570	$15
   10	Arizona	$31,216	$15
   11	Florida	$29,447	$14
   12	Texas	$27,784	$13

   Average electronics tester salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	General Electric	$42,549	$20.46	14
   2	Sanmina	$37,261	$17.91	3
   3	Wabtec Corporation	$36,942	$17.76	4
   4	Lockheed Martin	$34,759	$16.71	71
   5	Madison Gas and Electric	$34,005	$16.35
   6	Randstad North America, Inc.	$33,391	$16.05	3
   7	Espey Mfg. & Electronics	$32,963	$15.85
   8	Microchip Technology	$32,015	$15.39	1
   9	Kelly Services	$31,243	$15.02	3
   10	Elwood Staffing	$31,185	$14.99
   11	Aerotek	$30,865	$14.84	12
   12	Adecco	$30,713	$14.77	1
   13	R.M. Schulte & Associates	$28,109	$13.51

4. Writing an electronics tester job description

   An electronics tester job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of an electronics tester job description:

   Electronics tester job description example

   *PART-TIME OPPRTUNITIES! NO NIGHTS OR WEEKENDS.* *4 -5 hours a day- No Retail* *headaches! FLEXIBLE FIRST SHIFT HOURS.*
   
   LIGHT ELECTRONIC TESTING POSITION (PART-TIME)
   
   This is an entry level part-time position for someone that has an interest in learning electronics. We can train you if the position interests you. Quiet workspace allows you to listen to your own music and work at the same time.
   
   *Job Purpose -* Inspect, test, sort, and process semi-assembled or fully assembled electronic products or parts. Work may be performed before, after, and/or during processing of the test. You will be hooking radio boards to a radio test set / PC interface, running the test, & recording results, pass or fail. The variety is in the types of tests to be run, but the process is similar.
   *Tasks*
   
   * Counts number of products tested or inspected, and stacks or arranges for further processing, shipping, or packing.
   * Discards or routes defective products for rework or reuse.
   * Examines product to determine visual defects.
   * Marks product to identify defects,
   * Notifies supervisor of deviations from specifications, machine malfunctions, or need for equipment maintenance.
   * Records defective product and the test step it failed in ERP system.
   * Tests samples, materials, or products, using test equipment, such as voltmeter, computer, or other fixtures, for conformance to specifications.
   * Uses or operates product to test functional performance.
   * Calibrates RF circuit boards using a PC and other test equipment.
   * Use software to digitally set testing values and specification standards.
   * Manually adjust components to achieve a desired value or level.
   * Perform microphone, receiver, and transmitter tests.
   * Perform Quality Control (Q.C.) inspections, i.e. visual, mechanical, and performance.
   * Set electronic specifications based on a written procedure or guideline.
   
   Requires sitting at a test station a good portion of the day (earphones ok), Requires using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls, requires being exact or highly accurate, requires working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions, and requires being able to shout, or whistle for microphone tests.
   
   *Ritron, Inc. is a niche manufacturer and leader in the Wireless Communications industry.* *Ritron, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.*
   
   Job Type: Part-time
   
   Pay: $11.00 - $13.00 per hour
   
   Schedule:
   * 4 hour shift
   
   Work Location: One location

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5. Post your job

   To find the right electronics tester for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with electronics testers they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit electronics testers who meet your education requirements.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your electronics tester job on Zippia to find and recruit electronics tester candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit electronics testers, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new electronics tester

   Once you have selected a candidate for the electronics tester position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new employee's start date, you can create an onboarding schedule and complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9 forms, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Human Resources should also ensure that a new employee file is created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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