Senior Engineering Technician
Job in
Kirkland, King County, Washington, 98033, USA
Listed on 2026-06-15
Listing for:
Astronics
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-15
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Electronics Technician, Systems Engineer, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Senior Engineering Technician )
Astronics Subsidiary Advanced Electronic Systems (AES)
Location Kirkland, WA
Description
Astronics Advanced Electronic Systems (AES) is seeking a
** Senior Engineering Technician
** to join our
** Cabin Power Electronics Team
** in Kirkland, WA.
The Cabin Power Electronics Product Group is the world's leading manufacturer of in-seat power systems for the commercial airline industry. The group's EmPower® product line provides a variety of scalable power solutions for aircraft passenger cabins and flight decks and is used by over 280 airlines, IFE suppliers, and all major aircraft OEMs worldwide.
** Job Summary*
* The Senior Engineering Technician will perform complex technical tasks to support engineers with electronic systems and Cabin Product Support activities. This role requires hands-on experience with equipment build, repair, and troubleshooting down to the component level, as well as strong documentation practices to support FAA and customer reporting requirements. The successful candidate will apply advanced electrical knowledge, production skills, and rigorous test methods to design, build, and maintain specialized test setups and prototype systems.
** Duties & Responsibilities*
* + Perform engineering activities including testing, checkout, modification, fabrication, and assembly of prototype electromechanical systems, experimental design circuitry, and specialized test equipment.
+ Utilize production skills, including
** board/component soldering, cable builds, and basic machining operations** , to support prototype builds, rework, and test fixture assembly.
+ Work from conceptual information-including discussions, notional diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, and layouts-to plan and execute testing, checkout, and troubleshooting tasks.
+
** Design, construct, test, verify, and troubleshoot custom test fixtures
** and specialized test equipment, applying strong electrical circuit knowledge and the ability to read and review electrical schematics and PCB layouts.
+ Support
** engineering qualification testing and troubleshooting** , including the execution of tests in accordance with
** DO-160 and/or MIL-STD-461
** requirements, where applicable.
+ Operate and interpret measurements from
** electrical test equipment such as digital multimeters (DMMs), oscilloscopes, and network analyzers
** to support product development, verification, and troubleshooting.
+ Determine methods or actions to remedy complex malfunctions and collaborate with engineers to implement corrective actions and design improvements.
+ Prepare clear, accurate, and complete
** test notes and test data records
** to ensure traceability, data retention, and compliance with internal, FAA, and customer documentation standards.
+ Communicate effectively with
** other technicians and engineers
** to coordinate development activities, share troubleshooting findings, and support resolution of test and production issues.
+ Adhere to all relevant safety procedures when working with high voltage, chemicals, power tools, and cryogenic materials (e.g., LN2).
** Minimum Qualifications*
* ** Education / Experience*
* + Associate degree (A.S.) in Electronics Technology or related field, or equivalent electronics military schooling and experience required.
+
Demonstrated proficiency (typically
** 4-6 years
** of direct experience) performing the duties and responsibilities listed above, including hands-on electronic assembly, test, and troubleshooting.
** Technical Skills*
* + Advanced electrical/electronic circuit and component knowledge, including the ability to review and interpret schematics and layouts for troubleshooting and test fixture design.
+ Intermediate knowledge of power supplies and power conversion principles.
+
Experience with aerospace equipment testing;
** DO-160 testing and/or MIL-STD-461 test execution
** strongly preferred.
+ Proficiency using
** DMMs, oscilloscopes, network analyzers** , and related electronic test equipment.
+ Practical experience with
** board/component soldering, cable/harness builds, and basic machining or mechanical operations
** in support of prototype and test hardware.
+ Strong documentation skills for capturing
** test procedures, test notes, test data, and configuration details
** in an organized and traceable manner.
+ Strong verbal and written communication skills to work effectively with engineers, technicians, and cross-functional teams in support of product development and troubleshooting activities.
** Competencies*
* +
** Priority Setting** - Focuses on what is most important; quickly identifies critical tasks and eliminates distractions.
+
** Problem Solving** - Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems; identifies root causes and goes beyond the obvious.
+
** Operations Analysis** - Analyzes needs and product requirements to help create effective test and design approaches.
+
** Operate Independently** - Works with limited supervision; demonstrates initiative and…
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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