Electronic Technician 3
*This is a 5-month contracted position
*This is an onsite position – Local to Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA only, please
Description:
Seeking for an Electronic Technician 3 to support our Integration and Test (I&T) department. As a member of the I&T department you’ll get to perform testing and troubleshooting on interceptor and space launch vehicles.
Responsibilities:
- Under close supervision, performs routine technical functions related to the support of development engineering activities such as design, test, checkout, fabrication, modification, and assembly of electronics and Electro-mechanical systems, experimental design circuitry, prototype models or specialized test equipment
- Applications may include analog, digital and/or video type circuits and logic systems.
- Guidance is readily available from superiors.
- Works from schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, layouts or defined plans to perform routine testing, checkout, troubleshooting, prototype building, environmental testing, and simple developmental engineering tasks.
- Performs routine operational tests and fault isolation on development systems and equipment to ensure conformance with design specifications.
- Diagnoses and isolates malfunctions down to component level.
- Conducts defined engineering tests and collects data as assigned.
- Utilizes routine development or diagnostic equipment including oscilloscope, VOM, DVM, signal generators and similar test apparatus.
- Normally assigned in area such as development, engineering, test equipment design, or the like.
- Excludes those assigned to production test activities.
Skills/Knowledge/Experience:
- Hands-on experience assembling, testing, troubleshooting, or repairing electronic systems or subassemblies
- Experience in a production, lab, depot, or field service environment
- 4-7 years of experience
Technical Skills
Ability to read and interpret:
- Electronic schematics
- Wiring diagrams
- Technical drawings and work instructions
Experience using electronic test equipment, such as:
- Digital multimeters (DMM)
- Oscilloscopes
- Power supplies
- Signal generators
- Basic soldering and rework skills (through-hole and/or surface mount)
- Familiarity with PCB assemblies, harnesses, and electronic components
Computer Skills
- Ability to use basic computer tools:
- Email and office applications
- Data entry into test systems or databases
- Ability to follow and complete electronic travelers or work instructions
Soft Skills
- Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions
- Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy
- Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
Physical / Work Requirements
- Ability to stand, sit, bend, and lift moderate weights (often around 25–35 lbs.)
- Ability to use hand tools and small power tools
Preferred Skills/Knowledge/Experience:
- Willingness to work overtime, shifts, or weekends as required by production schedules
- Ability to obtain security clearance (clean background) if the job is extended or converted
Education:
- High school diploma or GED
- 4+ years of experience in electronics, avionics, or related field or Completion of a formal electronics training program (e.g., technical school, military electronics training) or associate’s degree in Electronics, Electrical Technology, or related field
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