Principal Technician - SR. Technician - Space Hardware Printed Circuit Board

PRINCIPAL TECHNICIAN – SR. TECHNICIAN – Space Hardware Printed Circuit Board Support

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As a recognized leader in spacecraft electronics, avionics, and instrumentation, we are helping to reveal to enable the next generation of orbital platforms.

• Development of Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs), creation of detailed Printed Wiring Assembly (PWA) drawings, and Library component generation for electronic designs to be utilized in spacecraft and payload applications.
• Provide support to parts procurement, engineering analysis, and manufacturing staff to support lifecycle of electronics design.

• Responsibilities include Schematic capture, development of Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs), creation of detailed Printed Wiring Assembly (PWA) drawings, and Library component generation.
• Work directly with Electrical and Mechanical engineers to develop printed circuit boards and interconnect systems for space flight applications and instruments as well as Ground Support PCBs to support flight electronic hardware for test.
• Position may require additional hours to meet project schedules.
• Must be able to function as a contributing member of a strong instrument development team within an existing group environment; work in a team environment as well as independently.
• Complete assigned tasks without direct supervision and work on multiple tasks in parallel.

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent or an Associates degree in Electronic CAD, Architectural & Engineering CAD, or related program field. Related certifications in Altium Designer, IPC standards, or related are preferred.
• 5 years:
  Must have a working knowledge of Altium Designer or equivalent PCB design software, basic configuration management methods, and electronic development methods.
• 5 years:
  Schematic capture of Electronics design and development of Printed Wiring Board (PWB) layout.
• Experience troubleshooting and testing analog and digital electronics is beneficial.
• A valid/clear driver's license is required.

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen.

San Antonio, Texas or Austin, Texas

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Information Technology

• Research Services