Erin Lachtara
Black Diamond
Summary
Electronics Engineering Technician specializing in EMC/RF testing and lab management. Expertise in maintaining ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation while leading team workflow and mentoring technicians. Strong focus on process improvements, equipment calibration, and supporting engineering innovation.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
EMC/RF Engineering Technician Specialist
Astronics AES
Kirkland
01.2023 - Current
- Maintained ISO/IEC 17025 accredited EMC lab, conducting DO-160G and MIL-STD-461 testing for emissions and susceptibility to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Managed lab equipment calibrations and executed quarterly characterizations to uphold testing accuracy and reliability.
- Utilized Nexio BAT-EMC software for thorough documentation and efficient testing processes.
Sr. Test Engineering Technician
Astronics AES
Kirkland
01.2020 - 12.2022
- Managed workflow and delegated tasks among technicians to ensure timely project completion.
- Constructed and fabricated test fixtures while maintaining production line and engineering lab equipment for optimal functionality.
- Collaborated with engineers and designers to support prototype development, enhancing design validation processes.
Service Technician
Simrad Fisheries
Lynnwood
04.2019 - 12.2019
- Tested and repaired trawl sensors and fish finding equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Provided customer support and estimated repair costs to assist customers in decision-making.
- Maintained and repaired fishing equipment for optimal performance.
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Diagnosed technical issues with sonar and navigation systems effectively.
Test Engineering Technician 2-3
Astronics AES
Kirkland
01.2018 - 04.2019
- Built and maintained production and engineering test fixtures to ensure reliable testing processes.
- Supported timely repairs of production line equipment to minimize downtime.
- Conducted functional testing on aerospace electronic systems and components.
- Collaborated with engineers to identify and troubleshoot system issues.
- Utilized automated test equipment for performance validation and analysis.
Production Test Technician 4
Astronics AES
Kirkland
03.2016 - 01.2018
- Performed functional and final testing of flight-critical and in-seat power supplies.
- Interpreted technical documentation and schematics; trained technicians on testing procedures.
- Reported failure trends to engineering team to inform design improvements.
CRR Inspector 2
Astronics AES
Kirkland
03.2015 - 03.2016
- Performed in-process, final, and shipping product inspections to ensure adherence to FAA and customer specifications.
- Checked document accuracy and confirmed compliance with specifications.
- Inspected components for compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Conducted thorough examinations using precision measuring tools and equipment.
- Documented inspection results and maintained accurate records for quality assurance.
Sr. CRR Technician
Astronics AES
Kirkland
08.2012 - 03.2015
- Troubleshot, repaired, and tested in-seat power supplies, ensuring compliance with CCA standards.
- Trained new technicians and collaborated with engineering to resolve technical investigations.
Education
Associate of Science - Computer and Electronics Engineering
ITT Technical Institute
Bothell, WA06-2003
Minor - Marine Engineering Technology
Maine Maritime Academy
Castine, ME05-1996
Associate of Science - Small Vessel Operations
Maine Maritime Academy
Castine, ME05-1996
Skills
- EMC/RF testing
- EMC testing
- Prototype development
- Prototype construction
- Compliance verification
- Calibration management
- System testing
- Component-level troubleshooting
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting
- Technical documentation
- Compliance verification
- Process support
- Project and workflow management
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Technical leadership and team training
- Problem solving
- System testing
- Troubleshooting
Timeline
EMC/RF Engineering Technician Specialist
Astronics AES
01.2023 - Current
Sr. Test Engineering Technician
Astronics AES
01.2020 - 12.2022
Service Technician
Simrad Fisheries
04.2019 - 12.2019
Test Engineering Technician 2-3
Astronics AES
01.2018 - 04.2019
Production Test Technician 4
Astronics AES
03.2016 - 01.2018
CRR Inspector 2
Astronics AES
03.2015 - 03.2016
Sr. CRR Technician
Astronics AES
08.2012 - 03.2015
Associate of Science - Computer and Electronics Engineering
ITT Technical Institute
Minor - Marine Engineering Technology
Maine Maritime Academy
Associate of Science - Small Vessel Operations
Maine Maritime Academy