Electronic Technician

Job Title:

Electronic Technician

Job Description

The Electronic Technician 2 supports the Manufacturing Test department within the Operations organization by testing and assembling electronic products used as components in Electronic Warfare simulation systems. This on-site role in Buffalo, NY focuses on performing routine technical functions related to development engineering activities, including testing, troubleshooting, fabrication, and assembly of electronic and electro-mechanical systems. The position operates on 2nd shift from 4:00 PM to 12:30 AM and plays a key role in ensuring products meet design specifications and quality standards.

Responsibilities

+ Perform routine technical functions in support of development engineering activities, including design test checkout, fabrication, modification, and assembly of electronic and electro-mechanical systems.

+ Build and test experimental design circuitry, prototype models, and specialized test equipment used in Electronic Warfare simulation systems.

+ Work with analog, digital, RF, and video-type circuits and logic systems as part of development and manufacturing test activities.

+ Follow schematics, diagrams, layouts, wire lists, written instructions, and verbal descriptions to perform routine testing, checkout, troubleshooting, and prototype building.

+ Conduct environmental testing and simple developmental engineering tasks under close supervision with guidance readily available from senior staff.

+ Perform routine operational tests and fault isolation on development systems and equipment to verify conformance with design specifications.

+ Diagnose and isolate malfunctions down to the component level, using appropriate test methods and documentation to support root-cause analysis.

+ Conduct defined engineering tests, collect test data accurately, and document results in accordance with established procedures.

+ Utilize development and diagnostic equipment such as oscilloscopes, volt-ohm meters (VOM), digital voltmeters (DVM), spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and network analyzers to support testing and troubleshooting.

+ Assemble and handle small electronic and electro-mechanical parts, ensuring proper fit, function, and adherence to assembly procedures.

+ Support microelectronics work and perform tuning under a microscope when required, following detailed instructions and precision techniques.

+ Use drawings, source control documents, and test procedures to execute tests and verify product performance.

+ Collaborate with engineering teams to support development, test, and validation activities, providing feedback and observations from test results.

+ Perform soldering and electronic assembly tasks in accordance with defined processes and quality standards.

+ Contribute to a performance-based, metrics-driven environment by meeting production, quality, and testing targets.

+ Maintain accurate records of work performed, test results, and issues identified, following established documentation practices.

+ Comply with all applicable procedures, safety guidelines, and quality standards while working in development engineering and test equipment areas.

Essential Skills

+ 4 years of relevant electronic technician experience, or an Associate's degree in an electronic field of study plus 2 years of related experience, or 2 years of U.S. military electronic schooling plus 2 years of related experience.

+ Experience testing and troubleshooting RF and digital equipment in a development or manufacturing environment.

+ Proficiency using test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, and network analyzers.

+ Ability to perform diagnostic testing and fault isolation down to the component level.

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Experience with electronics testing and troubleshooting in support of engineering or manufacturing operations.

+ Hands-on experience with electronic and electro-mechanical assembly tasks.

+ Ability to read and work from schematics, diagrams, layouts, and other technical documentation.

+ Manual dexterity and fine motor skills to handle, assemble, and rework small parts and components.

+ Capability to use standard development and diagnostic equipment including oscilloscopes, VOMs, DVMs, signal generators, and similar instruments.

+ Strong attention to detail and accuracy in test execution, data collection, and documentation.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

+ Hands-on experience using drawings, wire lists, source control drawings, and formal test procedures.

+ Experience working with microelectronics and performing tuning or adjustments under a microscope.

+ Experience collaborating with engineering teams in a development or test environment.

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Experience with soldering and electronic assembly processes in accordance with industry standards.

+ Working knowledge of defense electronics, with a preference for experience in Electronic Warfare systems.

+ Familiarity with RF, digital electronics, diagnostic testing, and data collection practices.

+ Experience in a performance-based, metrics-driven…