Electrical Engineering Technician IV

About the Role

Conducts complex integration and testing of products/systems, documents results, and provides training, mentoring, and support to lower-level staff. Due to the nature of the programs we support, this role requires U.S. citizenship and eligibility to obtain a security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers in building, assembling, wiring, and testing electronic systems, modules, and prototypes for maritime defense applications.
• Perform electrical testing, data collection, instrumentation setup, and troubleshooting of circuits and components.
• Conduct verification, validation, and functional checks according to test plans and engineering procedures.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and engineering drawings.
• Document results, test setups, and system configurations using Ultra’s engineering and quality systems.
• Maintain equipment, organize lab workspaces, and enforce safety and configuration control practices.
• Collaborate closely with electrical, mechanical, and systems engineers to support project goals.
• Participate in occasional travel (up to 15%) for field testing, training, and customer support.

Requirements

• Associate in electrical engineering technology (EET) or a related technical degree.
• Ability to interpret schematics, diagrams, and engineering documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) for reporting and documentation.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• U.S. Citizenship required and must be able to obtain a DoD clearance.
• 10+ years proficiency in the use of digital test meters, oscilloscopes, analog/digital test equipment, product firmware/software installation, and cable construction.
• 10+ years proficiency in troubleshooting electronics and electro-mechanical systems down to the component level.
• Experience in PCB rework.
• Excellent soldering skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting DoD, Navy, or defense electronics.
• Familiarity with MIL-STD electronics, EMI/EMC considerations, or ruggedized systems.
• Knowledge of cable harnessing and prototype fabrication.
• Experience with test instrumentation including RF, automation, or data acquisition systems.
• J-STD-001 certification.
• IPC-A-620 certification.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Normal finger dexterity and normal color vision.
• Capable of occasional lifting of 40 pounds, waist high, with no assistance.

Benefits

• Climate-controlled, well-lit, and clean work environment.
• Up to 140 hours PTO for first year.
• 8 paid holidays, with 3 floating holidays.
• 401k Plan with Company Match.
• Educational Assistance Program (Tuition Reimbursement).
• Wellness Program and incentives.
• Company HSA contributions.
• Insurance benefits starting the 1st of the month following hire, including:
  • Medical and Prescription insurance (voluntary employee-paid).
  • Dental insurance (voluntary employee-paid).
  • Vision insurance (voluntary employee-paid).
  • Basic Life Insurance (company-paid).
  • Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance (company-paid).
  • Short Term Disability (company-paid).
  • Long Term Disability (company-paid).
  • Supplemental Life Insurance Plans (voluntary employee-paid).
  • Supplemental AD&D insurance for Employee and Family (voluntary employee-paid).
  • Accident Plan (voluntary employee-paid).
  • Critical Illness Plan (voluntary employee-paid).
  • Hospital Indemnity Plan (voluntary employee-paid).
  • Pet Insurance (voluntary employee-paid).
  • Identity Theft (voluntary employee-paid).
• $75 monthly student loan repayment program (company-paid).
• Eligibility in Company Performance-based bonuses annually.
• Additional Employee Discounts and Perks.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) (company-paid).