Electronics Technician; EGSE​/Cabling Technician

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The Electronics Technician is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining electronic systems and components used in production, testing, and other operational functions. This role involves diagnosing issues with electronic equipment, performing preventive maintenance, and ensuring that all systems comply with safety standards and operate efficiently.

The Electronics Technician provides hands‑on technical support for assembly, integration, testing, and troubleshooting of electronic systems for space technology programs at the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL). This role supports spacecraft electronics, payloads, ground systems, and test equipment for missions ranging from Cube Sats to ESPA‑class satellites throughout the mission lifecycle from hardware fabrication through flight operations.

• Spacecraft electronics integration:
  Assemble, integrate, test, and troubleshoot spacecraft electronics, power systems, and payload assemblies at government facilities
• Testing and troubleshooting:
  Perform functional and environmental testing using specialized test equipment and conduct component‑level diagnostics
• Ground system maintenance:
  Maintain Mission Operations Center equipment, ground station electronics, and test infrastructure
• Launch integration support:
  Support spacecraft electrical checkout and testing at launch sites

This position requires strong electronics troubleshooting skills, hands‑on aerospace experience, and the ability to work in Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs) supporting space technology experiments for the Department of Defense.

• Perform high‑reliability soldering and rework of electronic components in accordance with IPC‑A‑610 and J‑STD‑001 aerospace standards
• Conduct component‑level repair and replacement including surface mount and through‑hole components
• Perform wire splicing, connector repair, and cable assembly fabrication to aerospace standards
• Support conformal coating application and removal for circuit board protection

• Operate and maintain electronic test equipment including oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, and specialized aerospace test equipment
• Maintain Mission Operations Center electronics, ground station equipment, and RF systems supporting on‑orbit operations
• Support test equipment calibration verification and maintenance of test instrumentation in accordance with AFMETCAL standards
• Develop test cables, adapters, and breakout boxes to support spacecraft test configurations
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on ground system hardware and infrastructure

• Support launch site integration including spacecraft electrical checkout, functional testing, and troubleshooting at launch facilities
• Conduct electrical verification during spacecraft‑to‑launch vehicle integration including interface verification and continuity checks
• Pack, protect, and ship flight experiments and support equipment to launch sites
• Read and interpret technical schematics, wiring diagrams, interface control documents, and engineering drawings
• Draft, prepare, and review test procedures for electronics assembly, integration, and testing activities
• Maintain detailed service records including repairs, modifications, test results, and parts used
• Participate in technical reviews, safety reviews, and programmatic reviews

• Work in accordance with electrostatic discharge (ESD) control procedures and cleanroom protocols
• Comply with laboratory safety requirements including hazardous materials management and waste management per AFI 32‑7086 and AFI 32‑7042
• Follow electrical safety standards and lockout/tagout procedures
• Support government integration facility management activities including safety compliance and personnel training
• Maintain required safety training and certifications

• Education:
  
  Bachelors degree in…