Engineering Technician

JOB PURPOSE

Supports engineering activities such as design, test check-out, modification and assembly of prototype electro-mechanical system, experimental design circuitry or specialized test equipment. Applications may include analog circuits, digital circuits and logic systems. Works from schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, layouts or defined plans to perform testing, checkout and malfunctions. Assists in the design, construction, test and check-out of test equipment. Uses manufacturing, test, development or diagnostic equipment, including, but not limited to test programs oscilloscopes, signal generators and specialized test apparatus.

NATURE OF WORK

• Fabrication of cables, printed circuit boards, sub-assemblies, assembly of test stations and the maintaining of those test stations.
• Tasks will include soldering, cable fabrication and installation, cabinet / rack assembly, and troubleshooting / debugging completed assemblies.
• Candidate must be able to read electrical schematics, follow electrical and mechanical assembly drawings, solder, use power tools.
• Must have the capability to interact and communicate well with mechanical and electrical engineering staff.
• Knowledge of In-circuit test systems such as Genrad, HP3070 and Teradyne would be beneficial. An understanding of UNIX and Windows based systems are a plus.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred AAS Degree in electronics engineering technology or Military equivalent training.
• IPC-610 Certified Solderer
• Minimum of 2 years related experience.