Engineering Electronic Technician III

Electronics Technician III

The Electronics Technician III tests and troubleshoots electronic and control systems for unmanned air vehicles.

Position Responsibilities

• Responsible for manufacturing, testing, inspection, and repair, of electrical systems and components
• Writes assembly and test procedures;
  Maintains a detailed notebook of all activities
• Operates and maintains tools in a safe and serviceable condition
• Works from written procedures and drawings as well as direct communication from engineering staff to fabricate electronic assemblies for small UAVs, including avionics, payloads, etc.
• Fabricates test fixtures, Debugs electronic subsystems
• Soldering of electrical and avionic components, including circuit boards
• Assembles and installs wire harnesses; assembles and installs UAV/RC electronic and mechanical systems
• Repairs UAV/RC subsystems. Helps build prototypes for initial designs and low volume builds that are not yet released into production
• Operates and maintains tools in a safe and serviceable condition
• Field testing/Flight testing may be required so some travel may be necessary
• Works on assignments requiring considerable judgment and initiative
• Completes tasks in resourceful and effective ways;
  Determines methods and procedures on new assignments and may be informal team leader
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent certificate from a trade/technical school required
• Minimum of 5 - 8 years of experience in an aircraft manufacturing or Aerospace R&D environment
• Strong computer skills and proficiency in MS Office
• Has knowledge to help translate an engineered design into build instructions which can be used by assembly and test personnel to duplicate the required product performance
• Experienced with electrical schematics necessary
• Experienced in interpreting and understanding electrical and mechanical drawing / schematics
• Demonstrated familiarity with electronics including hands-on experience with analog and digital hardware
• Experienced with prototype design and development of electronic systems- including avionics and/or controls
• Ability and willingness to work overtime and some weekends
• Must successfully pass a background check and drug test;
  Must have a Valid Driver's license and clean driving record

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

• The equivalent of a 2 - 4-year advanced studies beyond High School with emphasis in electronics, soldering, or equivalent job-related training in an R&D environment is preferred
• IPC
  610 J-STD-001 Soldering certification desirable
• Experience with CAD type design systems for creating schematics and/or hardware preferred
• Experience in a fast-paced R&D environment desired
• Must possess the ability to change direction frequently and multitask while maintaining focus
• Specific experience with wiring harnesses, plastics, composites and printed circuit board manufacturing is highly desirable.
• Consistently demonstrates a positive attitude, is a self-starter and works well with within a team
• Proven experience with basic analog and digital circuit troubleshooting and repair desired
• Proven experience with overall aircraft electronic fabrication desired
• Overall experience with UAV's preferred
• Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
• Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
• Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
• Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company

Physical Demands

• Able to work in a manufacturing environment (Constant)
• Stand and/or sit for long periods of time (Constant)
• See details of objects that are 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 hold the hand steady while moving the arm (Frequent)
• Ability to lift and/or move between 11-20 lbs. of cases of varying size…