SCA - Engineering Technician IV

At SCI Technology, a Sanmina Company, we serve those who serve by delivering innovative, trusted, and comprehensive products and services that meet and exceed the unique needs of the Defense and Aerospace sector. From avionics to tactical and airborne communications, counter-UAS, integrated manufacturing, and cradle-to-grave product life cycle support, we deliver high-reliability solutions that keep service members connected and protected in the field. Our heritage dates to 1961 as an early supplier to the space program in Huntsville, Alabama. Today, SCI offers a complete range of Defense & Aerospace solutions through our three business segments – Products, Systems Build, and Life Cycle Services.

About the role

SCA Engineering Technician IV (Service Contract Act) typically performs complex, non-routine technical tasks under minimal supervision, focusing on testing, troubleshooting, repairing, and documenting electro-mechanical and avionics systems faults. In this role, the individual will act as a safety-sensitive certified FAA repairman and will return commercial aircraft parts back to service.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting and Repair: Performing high-level, complex technical work such as circuit card assembly (CCA) repair down to the component level of resistors, capacitors, diodes, inductors, and integrated circuits. Ability to discern faults in CCA using test equipment such as power supplies, multi-meter, oscilloscopes, Huntron, and IC programming devices.
• Testing and Inspection: Executing automated and manual electrical performance tests, setting up test devices, and performing mechanical inspections using calibrated tools.
• Documentation and Data Analysis: Compiling detailed inspection reports, maintaining maintenance logs, improving technical work documents, and utilizing technical data to identify defects.
• Process Improvement: Analyzing maintenance difficulties to recommend improvements to training programs, inspection procedures, and technical documentation.
• Collaboration: Working with managers, engineers, quality assurance, and technicians to resolve issues.

Requirements

• Must be able to obtain and maintain FAA certification as a safety-sensitive repairman with a rating of Limited Accessory, Class 3, Electronics in an Air Repair station.
• Must be at least 18 years of age and able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Must undergo random drug and alcohol testing throughout job performance.
• Must be able to work unsupervised with consistent effort.
• 4–6 years or more of directly related technical experience.
• Proficiency in working with Microsoft Office Suite, reading schematics, diagrams, and work instructions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work with specialized equipment.
• U.S. citizenship is required due to Department of Defense contract requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret level of clearance, if required for assigned program.
• Solder and repair skills.