Electronic Technician

I.M.P. Group International Inc.; Halifax; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Long Service Awards

Volunteer Grant Program

Scholarship Program

3 paid personal days

12 statutory holidays

Job summary

IMP Aerospace & Defence is seeking an Electronics Technician to perform wiring installations, troubleshoot and repair avionics equipment, and manufacture electronic components for aircraft systems.

You will read blueprints, solder miniature components, and work with a team of engineers and technicians in a safety-driven environment eligible for security clearances.

Qualifications

• Certificate or Diploma in Electronics Technician from an accredited program.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and Technical Manuals.
• Soldering techniques training for miniature components.
• Must pass minimum vision test.
• Experience troubleshooting electro-mechanical components and/or analog circuitry.
• Experience in an Electronics Lab environment is desirable.
• On-aircraft avionics experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Safely operates equipment and adheres to PPE and FOD controls.
• Maintains a clean, safe work area using safe practices.
• Assists Avionics Systems Technicians with maintenance and installations.
• Performs wire harness installation in aircraft with Avionics Technicians.
• Manufactures and assembles PCBs and electronic components per drawings.
• Tests, repairs, and troubleshoots PCBs and electronics to fixed snag issues.
• Cleans, tests, repairs RAM-containing equipment and inspects components.
• Operates test equipment to verify electronic component performance.
• Supports other Electronics/Avionics Technicians; may train others.
• Keeps area tidy and may take on additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Electronics troubleshooting

Avionics experience

Reading blueprints & schematics

Soldering miniature components

Team collaboration

On-aircraft experience

Safety compliance

Education

Electronics Technician diploma/certificate

Job description

Requisition ID: 2646

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 carry out wiring installations on aircraft, troubleshoot, repair and overhaul and/or manufacture avionics equipment as well as various other electronic equipment items.

What You Will Do:

• Safely operates support equipment and hand/power tools while adhering to Tool and FOD control procedures.
• Maintains a clean/safe work area utilizing safe work practices and appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Assists Avionics Systems Technicians to perform required maintenance and installations.
• Perform wire harness installation in Aircraft alongside Avionics Technicians.
• 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 and Avionics Technicians in performing trade related tasks.
• May be required to provide on-job-training to other members of the Electronics Technician/Avionics technicians Classifications.
• Keeps immediate work area clean and tidy.
• Assumes other trade-related duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Supervisor

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.