Electrical Engineer Technician

The Amatriot Group; Crane (IN); On-site; USD 74,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The Amatriot Group in Crane, IN is seeking a mid-level Electrical Engineering Technician to support electro-optical sensor systems in defense environments. You bring hands-on diagnostics, testing, and data analysis experience and operate within laser safety, hazmat, and ESD protocols.

This role emphasizes documentation, procedure development, and collaboration with engineers on root-cause investigations, with access to a structured quality and compliance framework and a Secret clearance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a laboratory, manufacturing, or defense support role.
• Proven experience supporting electro-optical sensor systems, including mechanical and electronic subassemblies.
• Familiar with data analysis to support test result interpretation, troubleshooting, and reporting.
• Experience developing or updating test procedures and technical forms.
• Familiar with laser safety practices and required medical surveillance for laser system operators.
• Comfortable working within a structured quality, documentation, and compliance framework.
• U.S. Citizenship (required for access to government systems and facilities).

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostics, troubleshooting, parts replacement, and repairs on advanced electro-optic systems.
• Execute system testing procedures to evaluate sensor functionality and operational performance.
• Assist in maintaining and validating technical documentation, maintenance procedures, and test plans.
• Conduct data collection and analysis on test results to detect inefficiencies or deviations from standards.
• Collaborate with engineers on root-cause investigations and system improvement initiatives.
• Support procedure updates, technical documentation reviews, and engineering drawing interpretation.
• Participate in continuous training through the PQS to support proficiency in system-specific maintenance and testing procedures.
• Follow established safety and compliance protocols, including Laser Safety, HAZMAT handling, ESD awareness, and OSHA guidelines.
• Perform lab upkeep tasks such as hazardous material disposal, inventory management, and equipment calibration tracking.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Troubleshooting

Data interpretation

Education

Associate's Degree in Electronics Technology

Job description

This represents the potential salary range for this position depending on education level, years of experience and/or certifications in addition to other position specific requirements which may impact salary

Security Clearance: Secret

Location: Crane, IN

Job Type: Full-Time

Target Salary Range*: $74,000-78,000

This represents the potential salary range for this position depending on education level, years of experience and/or certifications in addition to other position specific requirements which may impact salary

Position Overview

The Amatriot Group is seeking a mid-level Electrical Engineering Technician with hands-on experience supporting electro-optical systems in a defense or production laboratory environment. The ideal candidate brings at least 5 years of technical experience, with strong skills in diagnostics, testing, hardware/software repair, and data analysis, and is familiar with safety protocols related to lasers, hazardous materials, and electrostatic discharge. This role supports mission-critical airborne sensor systems for the U.S. Navy.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostics, troubleshooting, parts replacement, and repairs on advanced electro-optic systems.
• Execute system testing procedures to evaluate sensor functionality and operational performance.
• Assist in maintaining and validating technical documentation, maintenance procedures, and test plans.
• Conduct data collection and analysis on test results to detect inefficiencies or deviations from standards.
• Collaborate with engineers on root-cause investigations and system improvement initiatives.
• Support procedure updates, technical documentation reviews, and engineering drawing interpretation.
• Participate in continuous training through the Personnel Qualification System (PQS) to support proficiency in system-specific maintenance and testing procedures.
• Follow established safety and compliance protocols, including Laser Safety, HAZMAT handling, ESD awareness, and OSHA guidelines.
• Perform lab upkeep tasks such as hazardous material disposal, inventory management, and equipment calibration tracking.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Electronics Technology or closely related field (minimum).
• Active Secret Clearance (Interim or Final) required at time of start.
• 5+ years of experience in a laboratory, manufacturing, or defense support role.
• Proven experience supporting electro-optical sensor systems, including mechanical and electronic subassemblies.
• Familiar with data analysis to support test result interpretation, troubleshooting, and reporting.
• Experience developing or updating test procedures and technical forms.
• Familiar with laser safety practices and required medical surveillance for laser system operators.
• Comfortable working within a structured quality, documentation, and compliance framework.
• U.S. Citizenship (required for access to government systems and facilities).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with airborne sensor platforms (e.g., multi-sensor targeting or surveillance systems).
• Background working with government-furnished equipment or in support of DoD engineering labs.
• Completion of training or certifications in ESD prevention, laser handling, or hazardous materials management.
• Experience with cost analysis, design impact reviews, or support to quality assurance audits.