Electrical Engineer – Hardware Testing & Troubleshooting

Connexion Systems & Engineering Inc.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 76,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Connexion Systems & Engineering in Orlando, FL is seeking an Electrical Engineer for a 1-year contract to support aerospace and defense hardware testing. The role focuses on testing, debugging, and programming IRST production hardware and related assemblies on site.

Candidates must hold an active Secret clearance and be available to work Thursday through Sunday, 10-hour days. Experience with Windchill PLM and production troubleshooting is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Active Secret security clearance is mandatory.
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on electrical hardware troubleshooting experience.
• Minimum 3 years of experience using Windchill PLM to retrieve drawings and document production processes.
• Experience diagnosing electrical hardware failures in production environments.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and procedures.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on testing, debugging, troubleshooting, and programming of IRST production hardware.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical hardware failures to support production schedules and system reliability.
• Utilize Windchill PLM to retrieve engineering drawings, reference Manufacturing Process Plans (MPPs), and document production activities.
• Independently investigate production issues and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, supplier, and quality teams to communicate findings and resolve technical challenges.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation, including work instructions, nonconformance reports, and configuration records.
• Participate in root cause analysis and recommend process improvements to enhance manufacturing efficiency, product quality, and reliability.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety, quality, security, and classified-information handling requirements.

Skills

Electrical hardware testing

Troubleshooting

Diagnostic thinking

Independent work

Team collaboration

Tools

Windchill PLM

Job description

Electrical Engineer – Hardware Testing & Troubleshooting

Hiring Organization: Connexion Systems & Engineering

Compensation, Benefits, and Employment Type Duration: 1-year contract, possible extension or conversion

Pay rate: $55- $68/hr DOE

Job Location: Orlando, FL

Work Model: 100% onsite

Schedule: Weekend Shift – Thursday through Sunday, 10-Hour Days (40 hours/week)

Security Clearance: Active Secret Clearance Required

Job#: bh19709

Important: This position requires active Secret security clearance and availability to work Thursday through Sunday, 10-hour shifts. Both requirements are mandatory, with no exceptions.

Description: We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer for a 1-year contract opportunity supporting advanced aerospace and defense systems in Orlando, FL. This hands-on role focuses on testing, troubleshooting, debugging, and programming Infrared Search and Track (IRST) production hardware and associated electronic assemblies. The Electrical Engineer will work closely with manufacturing, quality, and engineering teams to resolve technical issues, maintain production schedules, and ensure hardware reliability. The ideal candidate will have strong electrical hardware troubleshooting experience, proficiency with Windchill PLM, and the ability to independently diagnose and resolve complex technical issues in a production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on testing, debugging, troubleshooting, and programming of IRST production hardware, including receivers, processors, inertial measurement units (IMUs), pods, and circuit card assemblies.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical hardware failures to support production schedules and system reliability.
• Utilize Windchill PLM to retrieve engineering drawings, reference Manufacturing Process Plans (MPPs), and document production activities.
• Independently investigate production issues and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, supplier, and quality teams to communicate findings and resolve technical challenges.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation, including work instructions, nonconformance reports, and configuration records.
• Participate in root cause analysis and recommend process improvements to enhance manufacturing efficiency, product quality, and reliability.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety, quality, security, and classified-information handling requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Active Secret security clearance is mandatory. Candidates must currently hold an active clearance; eligibility to obtain one is not sufficient.
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on electrical hardware troubleshooting experience, including testing, debugging, and programming electronic hardware and circuit card assemblies.
• Minimum 3 years of experience using Windchill PLM to retrieve engineering drawings, reference manufacturing process plans, and document production processes.
• Experience diagnosing electrical hardware failures and resolving technical issues in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical documentation, and manufacturing procedures.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with cross-functional engineering teams.
• Must be available to work Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 10 hours per day. No shift exceptions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Infrared Search and Track (IRST) systems or related electro-optical defense technologies.
• Background in aerospace, defense, or military electronics manufacturing.
• Experience troubleshooting circuit card assemblies, sensors, processors, or other complex electronic subsystems.
• Familiarity with root cause analysis, nonconformance reporting, and production process improvement.

Additional Employment Requirements

Active Secret security clearance must be verified prior to candidate submission. Candidates must be willing and able to complete required pre-employment screening, including a criminal background check, drug screening, and citizenship verification. Candidates must provide the identification and documentation necessary for security clearance verification and facility access. Reliable transportation to the onsite facility in Orlando, FL is required. Rideshare services and unauthorized guests are not permitted beyond facility security gates. Candidates must be able to commit to the required weekend schedule and meet the anticipated start-date requirements.

Please Note: Qualified candidates selected for submission will be required to complete additional identity and security clearance verification through an approved secure process.