Electrical Engineering Technician

Leonardo DRS; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense technology company is seeking an Electrical Engineering Technician to support their Land Electronics engineering team in Melbourne, FL. The role involves troubleshooting, soldering, and collaborating with engineers to enhance product functionality. Competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits are offered, promoting wellness and work-life balance.

Benefits

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

401(k) Plan

Flexible Schedules

Paid Vacation

Parental Leave

Qualifications

• Experience with electronic lab equipment.
• Ability to solder and rework small PCB SMT components.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions in existing products.
• Perform soldering, rework, repair, and modification on high complexity PCBs.
• Assist in designing and procuring new machines and tools.

Skills

Hands-on Work

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Soldering Stations

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum Analyzers

Job description

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Electrical Engineering Technician

Location:

Melbourne, FL, US, 32935

Job ID: 110731

The Leonardo DRS Land Electronics business provides C4I Network computing and integrated situational awareness, as well as state-of-the-art embedded diagnostics, vehicle power management, and combat vehicle integration products and services.

Job Summary

Great opportunity to support the Land Electronics engineering team in Melbourne, FL as an Electrical Engineering Technician!

Job Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions in existing products or systems and make modifications as needed
• Perform soldering, rework, repair, and modification on high complexity PCBs in a development lab environment
• Set up and perform various testing on electronic assemblies in a development lab environment or EMC chamber as directed by the requesting engineer
• Fabricate cable assemblies from small and delicate to large and environmentally robust
• Fabricate testing mock-ups, boxes, and one-off electronic/mechanical assemblies for use in a development lab environment
• Assist in designing, building, and procuring new or improved machines, tools, fixtures, and material handling equipment, and coordinate implementation
• Provide and develop documentation to maintain equipment
• Provide hands-on feedback to engineers
• Support, communicate, reinforce, and defend the mission, values, and culture of the organization

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Enthusiasm for hands-on work and solving various challenges
• Experience with electronic lab equipment such as soldering stations, hot air reflow, microscopes, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers
• Ability to solder and rework small PCB SMT components down to 0201
• Comfortable working in an ESD-safe manner
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently for several days

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) plan. We promote wellness programs focusing on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We support career growth, professional development, and skill enhancement through various programs. We also value work-life balance, offering flexible schedules with our 9/80 program, paid vacation, health/emergency leave, parental leave, and community service hours.

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Our Vision: To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.

Our Values: The Leonardo DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles:

- Integrity
- Agility
- Excellence
- Customer Focus
- Community & Respect
- Innovation

We strive to uphold these in all aspects of our business to inspire our employees and support our customers.