GTApprentice - Electronics Fabrication, Onsite

Electronic Fabrication Trades Apprentice

Location:

Albuquerque, NM

We are seeking an Electronic Fabrication Trades Apprentice.

On any given day, you may be called on to:

• Plan, layout, fabricate, modify, troubleshoot, repair, test, calibrate and inspection of a wide range of electronic and electro‑mechanical equipment utilizing engineering principles in support of a research and development, and/or complex production prototyping environment.
• You will receive hands on training in soldering, complex cabling and harnessing, Printed wire assemblies, PWA, PCB, magnetics, electromechanical assembles, rack systems and tester fabrication learning and display a high level of proficiency in all areas.
• As a condition of employment, Metals Trades positions are represented by the Metal Trades Council (MTC) and represented employees must pay the monthly membership dues or agency fee.

Requirements for Acceptance into Electronic Fabrication Apprenticeship

Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Electronics Technology or Electronics Engineering Technology, or Advanced Systems Technology in Electronics as provided by a Community College or equivalent, with an overall cumulative GPA of 3.0 or greater or 4 years of hands‑on relevant work history.

(MUST ATTACH A COPY OF UNNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS WITH RESUME WHEN APPLYING) Your application is not complete until a copy of your unofficial transcripts is uploaded with your resume into the job posting. You can only upload one document, so please scan both documents (resume and transcripts) as one document.

Responsibilities include consulting requesters on circuity, package design, and performance requirements as follows:

• Designing, developing, and preparing electromechanical layouts and drawings using CAD/CAM software and other computer tools
• Planning, scheduling and fabrication of special test equipment, wiring, harness and cables, cases and chassis, as well as performing complete mechanical, electrical and functional testing and analysis of completed units.
• Work involves utilizing all types of electronic test equipment to develop, set up, and perform qualification and evaluation tests on components and systems.
• Consult and team with Management, other Tradespersons, Mentors and Trainers.
• Collaborate with engineers and serve as a fabrication resource on design and manufacturability issues.
• Utilize a computerized database to maintain required records.
• Perform work using industry standard safety practices. Requirements include completion of a State approved Electronic Fabrication Trades Apprenticeship Program with the apprenticeable occupation of Electronic Engineering Technician.
• Obtain new and maintain current required electronics fabrication process qualification to meet current as well as future business needs.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q Clearance.

• Experience with AutoCAD
• Good understanding of technical drawings, blueprints and electrical schematics.
• Understanding of ISO Quality Systems Requirements and IPC‑A610 acceptability of Electronic Assemblies.
• Experience working in a Microsoft Windows environment.
• Hands‑on electronics fabrication with 3‑5 years of experience.

• Challenging work with amazing impact that contributes to security, peace, and freedom worldwide
• Extraordinary co‑workers
• Some of the best tools, equipment, and research facilities in the world
• Career advancement and enrichment opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements for many positions include 9/80 (work 80 hours every two weeks, with every other Friday off) and 4/10 (work 4 ten‑hour days each week) compressed workweeks, part‑time work, and telecommuting (a mix of onsite work and working from home)
• Generous vacation, strong medical and other benefits, competitive 401(k), learning opportunities, relocation assistance and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance*

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* These benefits vary by job classification.

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