Build, Design & Repair Tech - Aerospace & Military Imaging Systems

Job Description

Welcoming all ages and all candidates ranging Senior EE Technician to Junior EE to apply for this multi-faceted key role on our collaborative team.

Soldering, Reading Schematics, Basic Elec Theory, PCB layout, Problem Solving, Invention and Communication are the keys to success in this multi-faceted role on a small dynamic team, in constant invention. Bring these key skills, and we'll train and invest into the right candidate.

This role is primarily responsible to collaborate in the design, build, troubleshoot, repair and lifecycle modifications for imaging systems in discovery of unique customer needs and advanced technology learning. Customizations of existing products will be called upon. New prototypes and design/efficiency improvements are ongoing. This EE technician and/or junior engineer designs, implements, improves and maintains products and production processes; balancing priorities and workload to ensure customer specifications and lead times are reliably met.

This liaison collaborates with all company functions to ensure the customer service standards of Timeliness, Responsiveness, Assurance and Follow-Through are optimized both externally and internally. Open salary according to incoming skillsets, growth and internal/external equities.

Experience and Education:

This candidate will offer 2+ years formal training plus progressive responsibility with and desire to learn advanced technology in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or military equivalent, plus working knowledge of most of the key technical competencies as itemized under knowledge and skill. Opportunities exist for candidates ranging from entry level technician through seasoned engineer nearing retirement. The ability to learn quickly is key.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design and develop electronic circuits and systems, including analog, digital and mixed signal designs and create PCB layouts and schematics using CAD tools (e.g., Altium, KiCad, OrCAD).
• Select components and connectors to meet performance, cost and reliability requirements, ensuring compliance with applicable standards,
• Conduct simulations and analysis (e.g., SPICE, thermal, signal integrity) to validate designs prior to prototyping.
• Prototype, test, troubleshoot, and validate electronic assemblies, including environmental and reliability testing, to ensure product quality and durability.
• Develop and implement quality assurance processes and collaborate with manufacturing teams to maintain standards during production.
• Collaborate with engineering teams on new product designs and modifications to existing products.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including BOM’s, test plans, inspection reports and standardized formats for internal use.
• Create customer-facing materials, such as quick reference guides and user documentation to enhance product usability.
• Assist customers with repairs and troubleshooting, providing technical guidance and solutions.
• Research customer requirements, industry specifications and supplier data to inform design and manufacturing decisions.
• Support the sales team with technical input for cost estimates, timelines and customization options
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product performance, reliability and manufacturability.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices in electronics design, quality management and related fields.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Required skills include soldering, wiring connectors and reading schematics.
• Must be able to follow design, create and modify printed circuit boards (PCBs) including selection of connectors, including military specification compliance.
• Working knowledge of CCTV, video surveillance cameras and video recorders, ideally 3G/HD-SDI and IP, plus understanding of optics and lenses.
• Must be able to learn PCB design/layout software - Dip Trace, Kicad, etc.
• Working knowledge of 3D design/modeling; ie:
  Solid Works, Fusion 360, etc.
• Must be able to read and interpret design requirements and designs based off requirements.
• Must be able to learn EMI/RFI and electrical interference. Prior experience is a MAJOR plus.
• Must have proven track record in quick trainability on related technical learning;
  Must have proven track record of long-term job retention.
• Must be able to balance multiple tasks and handle fast-paced workload.
• Time management, problem solving and project management skills.
• Must lead by example when extra work, fast pace and overtime are needed and must do so…