Electronic Technician

Summary

The Electronics Technician performs production manufacturing tasks, building and installing electrical wire bundles, wire stripping, connector terminations, and soldering on aircraft electrical systems.

• Responsible for manufacturing, testing, inspection, and repair of electrical systems and components
• Manufactures and repairs aircraft wiring and wiring harnesses
• Performs operational checkout of aircraft electrical systems
• Performs inspections as required
• Conducts in-progress and follow-up inspections during and upon completion of installations
• Performs soldering of electrical and avionics components
• Troubleshoots aircraft system discrepancies
• Operates and maintains tools in a safe and serviceable condition
• Helps build prototypes for initial designs and low‑volume builds that are not yet released into production
• Field testing or flight testing may be required; some travel may be necessary
• Assists other mechanics/technicians as required
• Works on assignments that are semi‑routine in nature, following established procedures on work
• Performs other duties as assigned

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• 1–2 years of recent hands‑on electrical wire bundle manufacturing experience
• Experience with electrical schematics
• Experience translating engineered designs into build instructions usable by assembly and test personnel
• Proficiency with wire stripper, crimping hand tools, specialty tools and testing equipment
• Hands‑on experience with analog and digital hardware
• Knowledge of aircraft electrical systems
• Wiring and soldering skills
• Strong computer skills and proficiency in MS Office
• Knowledge of aircraft manufacturing safety procedures
• Experience interpreting electrical and mechanical drawings and schematics
• Background check and drug test clearance
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Willingness to work overtime and some weekends

• 2–4 years of advanced studies beyond high school emphasizing electronics, soldering, or equivalent job‑related training in an R&D environment
• Trade/technical school certificate preferred
• IPC
  610, J‑STD‑001 soldering certification highly desirable
• Prior experience in aircraft manufacturing or aerospace R&D
• Experience with basic analog and digital circuit troubleshooting and repair
• Experience with prototype design and development of electronic systems, including avionics and/or controls
• Experience with overall aircraft electronic fabrication
• Overall experience with UAVs
• Experience with wiring harnesses, plastics, composites, and printed circuit board manufacturing
• Experience with CAD‑type design systems for creating schematics or hardware
• Competency in changing direction frequently and multitasking while maintaining focus
• Positive attitude, self‑starter, teamwork capability
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and follow advice and assistance
• Ability to excel in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment where small teams share a broad variety of duties
• Strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
• Ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
• Commitment to learning from mistakes and improving performance for self, others and company

• Work in a manufacturing environment (constant)
• Stand and/or sit for long periods (constant)
• See details of objects less than a few feet away (frequent)
• See differences between colors, shades, and brightness (constant)
• Use fingers to grasp, move, or assemble very small objects (frequent)
• Use one or two hands to grasp, move, or assemble objects (frequent)
• Hold the arm and hand in one position or steady while moving (frequent)
• Lift/move between 11–20 lbs. of cases (frequent)
• Lift/move up to 50 lbs. of cases for shipment (occasional)
• Work outdoors in extreme weather conditions and traverse uneven ground and varying terrain (occasional)
• Talk, hear, use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (frequent)

$16 - $22

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