Electrical Engineering Technician

Electrical Engineering Technician

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:

• 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:

• 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
• 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…