Senior Electronic Technician

Worker Type

Regular

Job Description

 

Summary

AV is expanding and we're looking for a Senior Electronic Technician to join our team! Our office is located in Sunrise, FL where we provide highly competitive satellite, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and cellular technologies and services to our government, law enforcement, and commercial customers. Our products provide customers with unique advantages over their adversaries. AV is continually innovating to preserve these advantages.

Position Responsibilities

• Constructs, maintains, and tests complex electrical systems and components.
• Uses measuring and diagnostics tools to test and modify electronic parts.
• Ensures systems and components meet established specifications.
• Prepares complete project design documentation.
• Designs and conduct experiments and analyzes and interprets data.
• Assigns tasks to and direct other technicians.
• Plans and coordinates detailed aspects of the work.
• Prepares scopes, budgets and schedules for assignment and equipment.
• Possibility of up to 25% traveling.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent certificate from a trade/technical school required
• 10 - 15 years related experience. Minimum of 4 - 6 years of experience in an aircraft manufacturing or Aerospace R&D environment.
• Effective knowledge of Schematic Capture and PCB layout software.
• Experience with RF/Microwave test equipment (spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, vector signal analyzers, oscilloscopes).
• Expert soldering skills.
• Working knowledge of data collection, data analysis, evaluation, and scientific method.
• Working knowledge and understanding of the basic principles, theories, concepts, and practices in the applicable area of engineering/technical specialization.
• Commitment to excellence and high standards.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage priorities and workflow.
• Acute attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and organize projects.
• Ability to obtain US Security Clearance.
• Must successfully pass a background check and drug test; Must have a Valid Driver's license and clean driving record.

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

• The equivalent of a 2 - 4 year advanced studies beyond High School with emphasis in electronics, soldering, or equivalent job related training in an R&D environment is preferred.
• IPC610 J-STD-001 Soldering certification desirable.
• Experience with CAD type design systems for creating schematics and/or hardware preferred.
• Experience in a fast paced R&D environment desired.
• Must possess the ability to change direction frequently and multi task while maintaining focus.
• Consistently demonstrates a positive attitude, is a self-starter and works well with within a team.
• Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties.
• Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives.
• Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products.
• Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company.

Physical Demands

• Able to work in a manufacturing environment (Constant)
• Stand and/or sit for long periods of time (Constant)
• See details of objects that are less than a few feet away (Frequent)
• See differences between colors, shades, and brightness (Constant)
• Use fingers to grasp, move, or assemble very small objects (Frequent)
• Use one or two hands to grasp, move, or assemble objects (Frequent)
• Hold the arm and hand in one position or hold the hand steady while moving the arm (Frequent)
• Ability to lift and/or move between 11-20 lbs. of cases of varying size (Frequent)
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 lb. cases of varying sizes & shapes for shipment to test sites and to customers (Occasional)
• Able to work outdoors in extreme weather conditions and traverse across uneven ground and varying terrain (Occasional)
• Talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)

Clearance Level

 

No Clearance

The salary range for this role is:

$27 - $39

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