SCA Engineering Technician 3

Core Duties

• Harness Fabrication & Modification – Cut, strip, crimp, and assemble cable assemblies and wiring harnesses to exacting aerospace/defense standards.
• Soldering Operations – Execute hand-solder, wave-solder, and re-flow processes; inspect solder joints for quality, conduct re-work as needed, and maintain compliance with applicable workmanship standards.
• PCB & LRU Repair – Perform component replacement, rework, and functional restoration of printed circuit boards and shop/line-replaceable units.
• Test & Inspection – Use general-purpose test equipment to verify continuity, impedance, and functional performance. Implement quality control measures throughout the repair and painting process to ensure compliance with organizational standards and client expectations.
• Mechanical Hardware Inspection – Inspect hardware such as screws, fasteners, threads, brackets, and housings for proper fit, torque, integrity, and wear; verify that mechanical interfaces meet drawing specifications and functional requirements.
• Technical Documentation – Read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical orders; Maintain accurate records of repair work conducted, including procedures followed, materials used, and recommendations for future maintenance.
• Engineering Support – Assist with Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), provide labor estimates, and define inspection points for prototype and production builds.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance.
• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 4 years of repair capability experience ((soldering, wiring harnesses, repairing and modifying complex electronic assemblies).
• Must be able to obtain all required Soldering certifications and meet associated training requirements.
• Experience using drawings and work instructions to guide fabrication and repair activities.
• Familiarity with Foreign Object Damage (FOD) prevention and tool control protocols.
• Ability to research technical issues, develop solutions, and execute work without direct supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience reading and applying controlled drawings and detailed work instructions.
• Familiarity with military-grade pins, connectors, and associated tooling.
• Familiar with J-STD-001 Class 3 soldering standards.
• Hands-on assembly/disassembly of electronic hardware using Technical Orders (TOs).
• Mechanical aptitude / background (hardware integration, inspection of fasteners, threads, and other mechanical components) – valued as a plus.

Skills

• Primary Level Salary Range: $24.55 - $24.55

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Lifetime Savings Plan
• Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO)