Electrical Technician

Essential Job Functions

• Assembles electrical systems and electrical harnessing for suborbital launch vehicles under the direction of senior technical staff.
• Tests and operates electrical systems and harnessing for suborbital launch vehicles under the direction of senior technical staff.
• Generates test plans, documents test results and creates post-test reports.
• Reviews requirements, configuration documents and wiring schematics to ascertain appropriate test specifications, test equipment, procedures, and objectives.
• Affords problem assessment during testing and rapidly formulates, communicates and executes solutions.
• Executes launch field assembly and checkout of subsystems prior to final vehicle assembly.
• Assists in vehicle loading and support equipment hook-up.
• Supports countdown operations by arming electrical systems and operating ground support equipment.

Secondary

• Generates wiring schematics and interface control documents (ICDs) for integration of launch vehicle systems.

Job Skills

• Knowledge of MIL SPEC Cable fabrication.
• Knowledge of power design/power electronics.
• Hands-on experience and basic knowledge of electrical cabling.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain certifications required for job functions (Solder, Cable, Crimp & Harness, etc.).
• Valid drivers’ license.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.

Education and Experience

• Two years of post high school education with a focus on electronics, mathematics or other engineering related courses.
• Four years of practical experience in electronics assembly and/or operation.