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Senior Electronics Technician

Motorola Solutions · Schaumburg, IL

Posted Aug 6, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Behavioral

Tell me about a time you had three urgent requests from different engineers or teams at once. How did you decide what to work on first?

ability to manage competing priorities across concurrent projects without dropping something important

Describe a situation where you had to explain a technical problem to someone outside your discipline, like a program manager or customer.

communication skill in a cross-functional prototyping environment where clarity matters as much as fixing the issue

Tell me about a time equipment downtime was costing the team real time. How did you get things back up and running, and what did you do afterward to prevent a repeat?

ownership of uptime and follow-through on root cause rather than just a quick patch

Technical

Walk me through building a test harness from a schematic or spec sheet you've never seen before. Where do you start?

whether the candidate has a real process for interpreting specs into physical wiring rather than just winging it

Tell me about the finest-pitch or trickiest surface mount soldering job you've done. What made it hard and how did you make sure it passed inspection?

hands-on proficiency with SMT, through-hole, and wire soldering at a level that holds up under IPC-type scrutiny

What's your experience with signal generators, power meters, network analyzers, and spectrum analyzers? Give me an example of using two or more together to diagnose a problem.

actual hands-on familiarity with the specific instrument set named in the posting, not just textbook knowledge

Describe a time you used Python or a script to automate a repetitive test task. What did it save, and what would you do differently now?

real scripting ability applied to test automation, and self-awareness about limits of that skill

How do you keep track of calibration schedules across a shared pool of test equipment, and what happens if you find something out of cal mid-job?

discipline around documentation and compliance in a regulated, government-contract environment

Explain, in plain terms, what's happening when an RF signal degrades as it passes through a cable or connector. How would that show up on your test equipment?

foundational RF and analog knowledge, since the role only asks for basic literacy, not expert depth

Situational

An automated test station starts throwing intermittent failures and nobody can tell if it's the fixture, the DUT, or the instrument. How do you isolate the problem?

structured troubleshooting logic on ATE systems rather than guesswork

You're mid-build on a test fixture and discover the documentation is wrong or incomplete. What do you do?

judgment and initiative when working in a low-volume, proof-of-concept setting where specs are often imperfect

This role requires U.S. citizenship and eligibility for a security clearance. Have you held a clearance before, and are you comfortable with the vetting process that comes with government contract work?

eligibility and honesty about a hard requirement of the job before investing further in the process

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The full job description

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Company Overview At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future. Department Overview Applied Technology is a prototyping center within Motorola Solutions. We specialize in proof-of-concept and low-volume advanced communications products for government and industry customers. Our Automated Test group partners with cross-functional teams to deliver robust testing capabilities, ensuring the delivery of high-reliability products. We cultivate a collaborative, customer-centric culture that drives continuous innovation and professional growth. Job Description Provide critical technical support to ensure peak performance of the Applied Technology Automated Test system. Collaborate cross-functionally with Equipment Manager, Manufacturing, and Engineering to maintain strict equipment calibration standards Specific tasks include the following: • Build and wire complex test harnesses and fixtures based on technical specifications. • Maintain ATE systems through regular MOL activities and proactive system health checks. • Troubleshoot basic automated test failures to minimize downtime and ensure reliable data collection. • Coordinate with cross-functional teams to manage equipment calibration schedules and maintain accurate documentation. • ​Foundational knowledge of RF and analog systems. • Proficiency in operating standard test equipment, including Signal Generators, Power Supplies, Power Meters, Network Analyzers, and Spectrum Analyzers. • Working knowledge of Python programming for automated tasks. • Proven ability to manage competing priorities across multiple concurrent projects. • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office #AppliedTech #LI-ONSITE #LI-JM2 Target Base Salary Range: $51,700 - $76,700 USD Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate. Basic Requirements •  High School Diploma/GED and 3+ years of relevant work experience are required for this position. • The ability to demonstrate printed circuit board assembly experience to include soldering of surface mount, through-hole, and wire technology. •  U.S. Citizenship required as well as the ability to obtain necessary security clearance as required by government contractors. Travel Requirements None Relocation Provided None Position Type Experienced Referral Payment Plan Yes Our U.S. Benefits include: • Incentive Bonus Plans • Medical, Dental, Vision benefits • 401K with Company Match • 10 Paid Holidays • Generous Paid Time Off Packages • Employee Stock Purchase Plan • Paid Parental & Family Leave • and more! EEO Statement Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.  We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team. We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete this  Reasonable Accommodations Form  so we can assist you.

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