Engineering Technician in Clearwater

Job Description

Key responsibilities include:

• Performs hands‑on diverse technical tasks related to testing of advanced electronics assemblies for space and defense applications.
• This position supports testing, troubleshooting and fault isolation of these assemblies by performing well defined development tests, system integration, and formal acceptance tests, which includes environmental testing.
• Pro‑activeness, good communication skills, and discipline are essential for this position.
• This job entails dynamic, thermal, and functional testing.
• It includes the ability to set‑up, program, and operate special test equipment to perform Acceptance Test Procedures.
• It also requires lifting and handling fixtures as well as the ability to handle and manipulate delicate circuit card assemblies.
• Must be able to keep detailed test logs, follow detailed test procedures without error and provide daily pass‑along shift information (both verbal and written documentation).
• Execute on cleanliness/standardization, Safety, equipment/lab maintenance and Operating System tasks on a daily basis.
• Must demonstrate commitment to continuous improvement.
• Daily interaction with both test technicians and engineers.
• Communication and Teamwork skills are extremely important.

• Associates, technical degree, or equivalent military training/experience.
• Due to Government regulations, U.S. Citizenship is required.

• Prior Military (USAF, USN) service a plus.
• Experience with Guidance and Navigation Electronics systems a plus.
• Environmental test experience is a plus.
• Experience with General Purpose Test Equipment (i.e. Oscilloscope, function generator, power supplies, DMM, logic analyzer, etc).
• Attention to detail is a must. Ability to follow step‑by‑step procedures and follow precise instructions.
• Ability, flexibility and willingness to work different shifts, flex shifts and alternate work weeks including overtime and weekends on a long‑term daily basis as business needs require.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in an electronics discipline.
• Ability to read schematics, follow procedures, and apply computer skills and technical knowledge to competently troubleshoot and resolve technical problems.
• Capable of generating clear and precise technical documentation for the preparation of event records, engineering orders, and data book entries.