Electrical Engineering Technician

Job Title:

Electrical Engineering Technician

Job Category:
Engineering and Technical Support

Time Type:
Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:
None

Employee Type:
Regular

Percentage of

Travel Required:

Up to 10%

Type of Travel:
Continental US

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* The Opportunity:

CACI is seeking an Engineering Technician to support development and production of Optical Communication Terminals for space-based defense applications. This position is based in our Orlando, FL facility.

Responsibilities:

Engineering Support:

* Provide technical support to engineering and development teams throughout product development and production phases

* Collaborate with engineers to develop and refine troubleshooting strategies and methodologies

* Assist engineers and manufacturing engineers with work instruction redlines and ECR/ECO process

* Support test engineers in developing improvements of test procedures

* Diagnose and resolve complex issues in EO systems down to the component level

* Identify root causes of performance issues and implement effective solutions

* Document test failures in the failure reporting system and provide detailed analysis

Documentation and Process Improvement:

* Document test procedures, results, and troubleshooting steps in a clear and concise manner

* Maintain up-to-date records of equipment calibration and maintenance

* Generate detailed technical reports and analyses based on measurement data

* Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

Training and Mentorship:

* Demonstrate expert level knowledge on all test cells and assist in the training of new test technicians

* Serve as a technical resource for production and test teams

Manufacturing Support (As Needed):

* Support production builds and manufacturing test procedures as directed

* Perform optical or electrical testing and characterization as specified by work instructions

* Conduct tests to evaluate the performance of EO & laser components and systems

* Perform precise EO measurements using Optical Power Meters, Spectrum Analyzers, and Network Analyzers

* Support assembly, testing, debugging, and rework of products during pre-delivery integration, acceptance test, and delivery phases of the product life cycle

The successful candidate will be able to work as part of a team and independently, take initiative, and work well with internal and external customers.

Required Qualifications:

Education:

* Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering Technology, Photonics, or a related field.

* Equivalent combination of relevant work experience and technical training may be substituted for degree requirements

Experience:

* US citizenship, due to nature of the work and contract requirement

* Minimum of 5 years hands-on experience as an electronics technician or engineering technician

* Proven experience with the use, maintenance, and troubleshooting of optical and electro-optical test stations/equipment

* Experience troubleshooting EO and digital circuitry down to the component level

* Experience using multimeters, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, and optical power meters

* Experience supporting engineering teams in product development or manufacturing environments

Skills:

* Strong understanding of electro-optical principles and measurements

* Proficiency in using EO test equipment and software

* Ability to read, write, and comprehend detailed written and verbal instructions, assembly instructions, test procedures, schematics, and other engineering documentation

* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

* Ability to work independently and as part of a team

* Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

* Ability to lift and carry 25-45 lbs.

Desired

Qualifications:

* 5-10 years of experience troubleshooting CCAs to the component level

* IPC-A-610 certification

* Experience with electronic systems test and evaluation

* Familiarity with fiber optic systems and free-space optical communication

* Experience with software development using LabVIEW or Python

* Knowledge of laser safety protocols and procedures

* What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you'll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You'll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range:

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location,…