Electronics Technician - Fort Wayne, IN

This position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. U.S. citizenship is required; ability to obtain security clearance is required. No travel is expected. Relocation assistance is not available.

About the role

BAE Systems is looking for an experienced Maintenance Technician to join the Controls & Avionics Solutions business area at our Fort Wayne, IN site. This is a full-time, on-site position specializing in the commercial manufacturing of circuit cards and engine controls, with expansion into U.S. defense products.

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems PLC, an international defense, aerospace, and security company delivering products and services for air, land, and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions, and customer support services. Our Electronic Systems sector employs over 14,000 professionals making an impact on a global scale.

Learn more about our Fort Wayne community: visitfortwayne.com

Culture

At BAE Systems, we celebrate diversity and foster an inclusive, high-performance culture where all employees can innovate and thrive. We prioritize work-life balance, collaboration, and professional growth, offering coaching and development opportunities in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Construct, diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and install complex electronic and mechanical equipment and systems.
• Use precision measuring and analytical test equipment to calibrate electrical and mechanical systems.
• Interpret and apply requirements from blueprints, manuals, schematics, layouts, and verbal instructions.
• Maintain accurate and timely records, both electronic and manual.
• Ensure calibration and equipment compliance.
• Provide instructions and training on newly constructed or diagnosed equipment.
• Handle proper material movement and storage.
• Maintain a safe and clean work area.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Associate degree in Electronics or at least three years of experience troubleshooting and repairing electronics.
• At least one year of experience reading and interpreting electrical schematics.
• At least one year of experience troubleshooting and repairing electronic circuits to root cause.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and apply written work instructions.
• Good manual dexterity and eye/hand/finger coordination for handling small components.
• Ability to work 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift.

Preferred Skills

• Ability to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in computer-based data entry.

Pay

This position is covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), with a starting wage of $38.50 per hour.

Schedule

• Full-time, on-site role.
• Must be available to work 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift.