1711 - General Engineering Technician

Sigma Defense Systems LLC; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental and Vision Insurance

Medical Insurance including HSA, FSA,$

Job summary

Sigma Defense Systems LLC in Huntsville, AL is seeking a General Engineering Technician to join our team on-site. The role focuses on manufacturing and wiring cables, assembling wire harnesses, and installing electrical components in racks and cabinets.

Qualifying candidates will have 2–4 years in 12V/24V wiring, PCB assembly, soldering, SMT, and the ability to read electrical drawings. U.S. citizenship is required and a Secret clearance is preferred or obtainable.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in 12v/24v electrical wiring.
• Experience with PCB assembly, soldering techniques, and SMT.
• Strong understanding of schematics, wiring and mechanical assembly processes.

Responsibilities

• Manufacturing and assembling cables and wire harnesses.
• Assembling/wiring electrical box assemblies.
• Cable management and routing through trays or conduit.
• Use of soldering iron, wire cutter/stripper/crimper, hand tools, power tools, DMM, calipers.
• Install electrical components in racks/cabinets/boxes.
• Diagnose and fix electrical issues.
• Assist with equipment design modifications, fabrication and testing.

Skills

Electrical wiring

Reading drawings

Mechanical assembly

Manufacturing experience

US citizenship

Education

High School Diploma

Associate’s or Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

PCB assembly

Soldering

SMT

Job description

Sigma Defense is seeking a General Engineering Technician to join our team in Huntsville, AL.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled: Sigma Defense Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Requirements

• 2-4 years of experience in 12v/24v electrical wiring
• Proven experience with PCB assembly, soldering techniques, and surface mount technology (SMT)
• Strong understanding of schematics, electrical wiring, and mechanical assembly processes
• Mechanical knowledge combined with electrical experience is highly desirable
• Experience reading electrical drawings
• Experience in a production/manufacturing setting
• Must be able to lift 50 - 75 lbs
• Must be a U.S. citizen

Computer Programs/Software:

• Microsoft Office Suite

Personnel Clearance Level:

• Candidate must possess or have the ability to obtain an active Secret security clearance or higher
• A clearance will not be sponsored

Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma (or equivalent)
• Associate\'s or Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is preferred

Essential Job Duties (not all-inclusive):

• Manufacturing and assembling cables and wire harnesses
• Assembling/wiring electrical box assemblies
• Cable management and wire routing through cable trays or conduit
• Regular use of soldering iron, wire cutter/stripper/crimper, hand tools, power tools, digital multi-meter, and calipers
• Installation of electrical components in racks, cabinets, boxes, etc
• Diagnose and fix electrical issues
• Assist with equipment design modifications, including fabrication, and testing

Pay Range: $24 - $28 per hour.

Benefits

• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Medical Insurance to Include HSA, FSA, and DFSA Plans
• Life and AD&D coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) Plan with Company Matching Contributions
• 160 Hours of Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 12 (Floating) Holidays
• Educational Assistance
• Highly Competitive Salary