Avionics Development Technician

• Build test systems, electromechanical assemblies, and test fixtures

• Design and build electrical harnessing to be used in acceptance test and qualification of flight avionics

• Perform rework on PCBAs

• Design and document test systems and wiring diagrams based on engineer-selected test equipment and provided design intent

• Interpret engineering documentation and provide feedback to support completion of designs and documentation

• Read, interpret, and work from assembly procedures, schematic diagrams, bills of materials, and mechanical drawings

• Self-monitor work progress against area benchmarks and achieve on-time delivery of all work

• Assist with the development of production processes for first-time production runs

• Support execution of qualification test campaigns by setting up tests and running software under engineering direction

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate

• 1+ years of experience manufacturing wire harnesses or electro-mechanical sub-assemblies

• 2+ years of experience using electronics equipment (e.g., DMMs, oscilloscopes, network analyzers, power supplies, DAQs, etc.)

• Associate’s degree

• Strong Skillset in Warpdrive

• Experience debugging and root-causing failures on printed circuit boards

• Experience in a fast-paced environment working with flight or development hardware

• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and teamwork skills

• Excellent attention to detail with outstanding work efficiency and accuracy

• Experience with PCBA soldering including soldering down to 0402 packages and high-density ICs, jumper install, and dead bugging

• Experience manufacturing and troubleshooting test systems with guidance

• Experience with Atlassian tools including SVN, Confluence, and JIRA

• Basic knowledge of electronics theory and principles (e.g., Ohm's Law, power supplies, digital logic)

• Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, and/or weekends as needed. Estimated start time: 1st shift (8 AM)

• Standing for long periods of time, climbing up and down ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, repetitive assembly operations, and lifting/carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position

• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted

• Ability to distinguish colors is required

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here .

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