Electronic Tech

IMP Aerospace & Defence; Hammonds Plains; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP Program

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Long Service Awards

Volunteer Grant Program

Scholarship Program

Job summary

IMP Aerospace & Defence is seeking an Electronics Technician to troubleshoot, repair and overhaul avionics equipment and other electronic items at our Halifax-area facility.

You will read blueprints and schematics, test and repair PCBs, solder miniature components, and work closely with engineers and other technicians to ensure safety and quality. A college certificate/diploma in electronics is required; on-aircraft experience is an asset.

Qualifications

• Certificate or Diploma as Electronics Technician from an accredited college/trades school or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Manufactures and assembles printed circuit boards and electronic components per documentation and drawings.
• Cleans, tests, repairs, troubleshoots and rectifies snags on PCBs and components.
• Cleans, tests, repairs and troubleshoots RAM-containing equipment.
• Operates equipment used for testing and repairs of electronic components.
• Uses chemicals to clean, bond, or process components.
• Assists other Electronics Technicians in trade tasks.
• May provide on-job-training to other Electronics Technicians.
• Keeps work area clean and tidy.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Avionics R&O Program Manager.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Schematic reading

Soldering miniature components

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Education

Electronics Technician diploma/certificate

Job description

Why Choose IMP Aerospace & Defence

IMP Aerospace & Defence is not only one of the leading companies in the Aerospace field, but we are also one of the most engaging and equality advocating companies to work for. We believe that regardless of where you work at IMP Aerospace & Defence, you are a part of our ever-growing team. IMP is able to achieve success through this teamwork mindset. That is why at IMP, you are not defined by your role.

Requisition ID: 2621

Why Choose IMP Aerospace & Defence

IMP Aerospace & Defence is not only one of the leading companies in the Aerospace field, but we are also one of the most engaging and equality advocating companies to work for. We believe that regardless of where you work at IMP Aerospace & Defence, you are a part of our ever-growing team. IMP is able to achieve success through this teamwork mindset. That is why at IMP, you are not defined by your role.

Position Overview

To troubleshoot, repair and overhaul and/or manufacture avionics equipment as well as various other electronic equipment items.

What You Will Do

• Manufactures and assembles printed circuit boards and electronic components in accordance with applicable technical documentation and drawings
• Cleans, tests, repairs, troubleshoots and rectifies snags on printed circuit boards and electronic components brought in for repair and overhaul.
• Cleans, tests, repairs, troubleshoots and rectifies snags on electronic equipment containing Radio-Active Material (RAM).
• Operates equipment used to carry out tests and repairs to electronic components.
• Uses appropriate chemicals to clean, bond and/or otherwise process electronic components.
• Assists other Electronics Technicians in performing trade related tasks.
• May be required to provide on-job-training to other members of the Electronics Technician Classification.
• Keeps immediate work area clean and tidy.
• Assumes other trade-related duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Avionics R&O Program Manager.

What You Will Bring

• Candidate must have, as a minimum, a Certificate or Diploma as an Electronics Technician received from an accredited College/Trade school or equivalent from a Canadian Military Trade school.
• Candidate must be able to read and interpret blueprints, electronic schematics and Technical Manuals.
• Candidate must have also received training in soldering techniques of miniature components.
• Candidate must pass minimum vision test.
• Previous experience in troubleshooting electro-mechanical components and/or analog circuitry is highly desirable.
• Previous experience in an Electronics Lab environment is desirable.
• Previous experience as an avionics technician with on-aircraft experience is an asset.
• Ability to work in a team environment with engineers and other technicians from varied backgrounds.
• Ability to initiate work without direction. Demonstrate a personal commitment to IMP Occupational Health, Safety and Environment policies.
• Continually focusing on your individual safety and the safety of others who may be affected by your work and to fully comply with all Federal Health and Safety Legislation.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement, Lean & 6S activities in your area.
• Must be eligible to meet requirements for Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Canadian Government Security Clearances.

What We Will Do For You

• All IMP's benefits become effective on your first day of work, regardless of your position.
• Employees are entitled to 3 paid personal days and 12 statutory holidays per year.
• We offer a comprehensive Benefits Package, including RRSP Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, Long Service Awards, Volunteer Grant Program, Scholarship Program, and more!

IMP is committed to Employment Equity and our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative at all job levels. We welcome applicants from Indigenous People, Visible Minority Groups, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self identify on either your cover letter or resume.