Aerospace Electronics Technician — PLC, Laser & Controls

Chromalloy Corporation; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Growth opportunities

Paid time off & holidays

Annual bonuses

Job summary

Chromalloy Carson City is seeking an Electronic Technician to support manufacturing operations by keeping equipment up and running. You'll troubleshoot, repair, test, and maintain electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems across the shop.

This hands-on role also involves working with laser systems, control systems, and instrumentation, diagnosing problems, and returning equipment to service safely and efficiently.

Qualifications

• 2-year technical degree or equivalent in electrical or electronics.
• 3+ years hands-on experience with electrical/electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Experience troubleshooting industrial equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• PLC experience and computer-based controls experience is a strong plus.
• Able to read and understand technical drawings and schematics.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Safety-minded and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot electronic systems including temperature controls, CNC controls, and PLC-controlled equipment.
• Install, test, start up, and shut down control systems and production equipment.
• Troubleshoot, set up, and support laser systems and applications.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment issues.
• Support equipment design, build-outs, and modifications as needed.
• Repair and calibrate electronic and pneumatic instrumentation.
• Read and interpret electronic diagrams, blueprints, and ladder logic.
• Use test equipment such as DMM and oscilloscopes.
• Order parts to manufacturer specifications.
• Perform lockout/tagout and follow OSHA-compliant startup/shutdown procedures
• Maintain required performance and maintenance records.
• Follow safety procedures and protocols—no shortcuts.
• Ensure compliance with QCM and ISO/TCS requirements.
• Provide technical support across multiple manufacturing areas.

Skills

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

PLC experience

Reading schematics

Troubleshooting

Safety minded

Education

2-year technical degree

Apprenticeship

Tools

DMM

Oscilloscope

PLC programming tools

Job description

Chromalloy Carson City is seeking an Electronic Technician to support manufacturing operations by keeping equipment up and running. You'll troubleshoot, repair, test, and maintain electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems across the shop.

This hands-on role also involves working with laser systems, control systems, and instrumentation, diagnosing problems, and returning equipment to service safely and efficiently.