Defense Electronics Tech: Precision PCB & Troubleshooting

Keystone Distinction Group; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Keystone Distinction Group in Milwaukee NE WI is seeking an Electrical Systems Technologist to bridge design and production for defense electronics. The role focuses on high-reliability assembly, diagnostic depth, and hands-on engineering until final production.

You will work with a lean, mission-driven team in a veteran-owned environment, travel up to 20 days/year for field validation and client installs, and leverage IPC/AS9100D standards.

Qualifications

• Hands-on electronics depth with PCB soldering and bench assembly.
• Ability to read complex electrical schematics and interconnects.
• Proven independent diagnostic capabilities without heavy oversight.
• Willingness to travel up to 20 days per year domestically.

Responsibilities

• Execute High-Reliability Assembly: Perform precision soldering and micro-assembly of multi-layer PCBs and specialized wire harnesses to strict IPC quality benchmarks.
• Diagnose Hardware Deviations: Isolate, trace, and repair circuit-level faults, hardware defects, and signal anomalies using oscilloscopes, meters, and signal generators.
• Support Engineering Design: Partner directly with design engineers during board layout reviews, prototype builds, bench validations, and manufacturing handoffs.
• Manage Technical Procurement Support: Assist with Bill of Materials (BOM) management, technical component sourcing, and vendor specification tracking for active builds.
• Maintain System Documentation: Prepare and update clean technical drawings, schematic revisions, assembly instructions, and component calculation records.
• Ensure AS9100 Compliance: Support facility quality processes, inspection logs, and environmental testing in strict accordance with AS9100D aerospace standards.

Skills

Electronics Soldering

PCB Assembly

Diagnostics & Troubleshooting

Schematic Reading

Independent Diagnostics

Bench Assembly

Education

Associate Degree in Electronics Technology

10+ years direct trades experience

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Meters

Signal Generators

SolidWorks

P-Spice

Altium

Eagle

Job description

Keystone Distinction Group in Milwaukee NE WI is seeking an Electrical Systems Technologist to bridge design and production for defense electronics. The role focuses on high-reliability assembly, diagnostic depth, and hands-on engineering until final production.

You will work with a lean, mission-driven team in a veteran-owned environment, travel up to 20 days/year for field validation and client installs, and leverage IPC/AS9100D standards.