Technician ; Electronic

The Electronics for Contested Space Group develops advanced electronic systems and technology for the protection of our Nation’s most important space capabilities. We design and develop state‑of‑the‑art satellites and satellite payloads, novel concepts for resilient space architectures, and the Nation’s most sensitive radars, optics, and passive RF systems. The group also provides engineering rigor and experience to some of the most critical National Security programs through laboratory‑wide collaboration and in an advisory capacity to the U.S. Government.

Examples of recent projects include the prototyping of electronic systems and effects, hardware‑in‑the‑loop testing of tactically‑relevant payloads with surrogate threat systems, developing RF subsystems for satellites, and analysis of spacecraft mission dynamics, environments, and resiliency.

Group 94, Electronics for Contested Space, is seeking a Technician to work on the prototyping and development of advanced electronics and space payloads and subsystems. Activities will include the fabrication, assembly, integration, and test of RF and electronic hardware from schematics and mechanical drawings. Job functions may also include operation of technical equipment including laboratory and field data collection under the supervision of scientific personnel.

Responsibilities will include assembly of multi‑conductor and RF cables, building small electronic assemblies, mechanical/electrical assembly including wiring of devices into chassis assemblies, and soldering and de‑soldering of boards and terminals.

• Active Top Secret Clearance highly desirable
• Graduation from a two‑year day technical school or its equivalent and a minimum of two years of applicable experience
• Demonstrated ability to interact with others respectfully and develop productive working relationships
• Ability to work effectively for periods of time without supervision
• Ability to lift light‑to‑moderate equipment (up to 60 pounds)
• Clean room assembly experience and experience working with, or certifications in military and space environmental standards are all pluses

Hiring Range: $38.53 - $42.94 hour

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Experienced Hiring Range:

Job Grade: RDTEU-TECH A

MIT Lincoln Laboratory provides a typical hiring range as a good faith estimate of what we reasonably expect to offer for this position at the time of posting. The final salary offered to a selected candidate will depend on various factors, including—but not limited to—the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate’s experience, skills and education/training, internal equity considerations and applicable legal requirements.

This range reflects base salary only and does not include additional forms of compensation or benefits.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans
• MIT‑funded pension
• Matching 401K
• Paid leave (including vacation, sick, parental, military, etc.)
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs
• Mentorship programs
• A range of work‑life balance options
• … and much more!