Advanced Engineering Technician: PCB, CAD & Prototyping

Transmission & Distribution World; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

AEVEX Aerospace seeks an Engineering Technician to support R&D projects, develop hardware prototypes, and contribute to PCB, cable, and UAV frame design. You will work with cross-functional teams to advance prototypes toward manufacturing readiness while documenting test data and results.

This role requires hands-on electronics assembly, CAD modeling in SolidWorks, 3D printing, and collaboration across manufacturing and engineering teams.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Electrical SMT and Software
• Knowledge of circuits
• Ability to understand schematics, assembly drawings, and PCB layout
• Ability to understand cable drawings
• Solid knowledge of Electrical and Aircraft Systems
• Knowledge of power and mechanical systems

Responsibilities

• Solder PCBs with Surface-Mounted Components (SMCs).
• Solder wire harnesses and make cables based on documentation.
• Modify circuit boards using wire jumpers and PCB trace modifications.
• Assist in construction of testing platforms and event setups.
• Review and interpret PCB layouts for accurate implementation.
• Assist design and modeling of components using CAD software (SolidWorks).
• Print 3D models and prototypes to support design validation.
• Collaborate in fabrication processes ensuring quality control.
• Diagnose and resolve technical challenges aiding project success.
• Contribute to design, assembly, and testing of UAV frames.
• Implement and uphold 5S methodology to streamline workflows.
• Document testing procedures and data for repeatability.
• Support development and management of project timelines.

Skills

Electrical SMT

Software

Circuits

Schematics

PCB layout

Power systems

Mechanical systems

Education

Associate degree in engineering or technical field

Tools

CAD software

3D printing

Altium

SolidWorks

Bambu Studio

Job description

AEVEX Aerospace seeks an Engineering Technician to support R&D projects, develop hardware prototypes, and contribute to PCB, cable, and UAV frame design. You will work with cross-functional teams to advance prototypes toward manufacturing readiness while documenting test data and results.

This role requires hands-on electronics assembly, CAD modeling in SolidWorks, 3D printing, and collaboration across manufacturing and engineering teams.