Avionics Technician II

Position Title

Avionics Technician II

Protingent has an exciting contract opportunity for an Avionics Technician with our client in Kent, WA

• Building different components and assemblies for all groups in all different environments (development, test and flight).
• Assisting with assembly of new and updated designs by working directly with engineering to determine best practices for assembly.
• Giving regular input on manufacturing improvement opportunities or build changes leading to more efficient assembly.
• Serve both internal and external customers across multiple systems and multiple platforms; each Technician is a valued part of the chain that supports safe human spaceflight.
• A focus on safety, collaborative teamwork, and quality allows us to work together to determine the best path forward, balancing speed and safety to create high-quality components that will propel future astronauts and payloads into space for the improvement of mankind.

• 3 or more years’ experience in Aerospace Avionics or related fields.
• Familiarity working in an ESD EPA and with tool control/accountability processes.
• Experience using standard electronics assembly tools, hand soldering and basic electronic test equipment (multimeters and power supplies).
• Experience with applying torque to fasteners/components.
• Fabricating, terminating, and repair/testing of wire harnesses.
• Experience inspecting and certifying work performed to relevant standards and specifications.
• Able to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to work a 40-hour work week (4x10’s) with occasional overtime to support launch schedules.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
• Experience with application and removal of polymerics (staking, potting. Encapsulation and conformal coating).

• 5-7 years of experience in launch vehicle or propulsion system assembly fabrication, CCA or PCBA repair or component replacement.
• Experience with energized power/high voltage systems, battery systems or RF assemblies.
• Certification in and/or knowledge of IPC standards for assembly and inspection.
• J-STD/J-STD Space, 610, 7711/7721 Rework and 620/620 Space Addendum.
• Experience and capability to interface with Microsoft Office Suite, electronic work orders and configuration management systems.
• Experience with documenting non conformances and carrying out dispositioned repairs.

• Job Type: Contract
• Location:
  
  Kent, WA (Onsite)
• Pay Rate: $40-$43/hr.
• ITAR obligations are associated with this role, U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a) (1), (3) is required.

Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO) and an administered 401k plan.