Electrical Engineering Technician

CACI International Inc; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 54,700 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI International Inc in Orlando, FL is seeking an Electrical Engineering Technician to support development and production of optical communication terminals for space defense programs. The role focuses on hands-on testing, troubleshooting, and collaboration with engineers.

You will perform precise EO measurements, assist with test procedures, document results, and help train test technicians while supporting production builds through delivery phases.

Qualifications

• US citizenship due to contract requirement.
• Minimum of 5 years hands-on experience as an electronics technician or engineering technician.
• Proven experience with optical and EO test stations/equipment.
• Experience troubleshooting EO and digital circuitry down to the component level.
• Experience using multimeters, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, and optical power meters.
• Experience supporting engineering teams in product development or manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to engineering and development teams throughout product development and production phases.
• Collaborate with engineers to develop and refine troubleshooting strategies and methodologies.
• Assist engineers and manufacturing engineers with work instruction redlines and ECR/ECO process.
• Support test engineers in developing improvements of test procedures.
• Diagnose and resolve complex issues in EO systems down to the component level.
• Identify root causes of performance issues and implement effective solutions.
• Document test failures in the failure reporting system and provide detailed analysis.
• Document test procedures, results, and troubleshooting steps in a clear and concise manner.
• Maintain up-to-date records of equipment calibration and maintenance.
• Generate detailed technical reports and analyses based on measurement data.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Demonstrate expert level knowledge on all test cells and assist in the training of new test technicians.
• Serve as a technical resource for production and test teams.
• Support production builds and manufacturing test procedures as directed.
• Perform optical or electrical testing and characterization as specified by work instructions.
• Conduct tests to evaluate the performance of EO & laser components and systems.
• Perform precise EO measurements using Optical Power Meters, Spectrum Analyzers, and Network Analyzers.
• Support assembly, testing, debugging, and rework of products during pre-delivery integration, acceptance test, and delivery phases of the product life cycle.

Skills

EO test equipment

EO/Optical principles

Procedural reading

Analytical skills

Teamwork & communication

Lifting capability

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in Electrical/Electronics/Photonics

Tools

Multimeters

Signal generators

Spectrum analyzers

Oscilloscopes

Optical power meters

LabVIEW

Python

Job description

Job Title: Electrical Engineering Technician
Job Category: Engineering and Technical Support
Time Type: Full time
Employee Type: Regular
Travel: Up to 10% Continental US

Job Summary

The position is based in our Orlando, FL facility. We seek an Engineering Technician to support development and production of Optical Communication Terminals for space‑based defense applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to engineering and development teams throughout product development and production phases.
• Collaborate with engineers to develop and refine troubleshooting strategies and methodologies.
• Assist engineers and manufacturing engineers with work instruction redlines and ECR/ECO process.
• Support test engineers in developing improvements of test procedures.
• Diagnose and resolve complex issues in EO systems down to the component level.
• Identify root causes of performance issues and implement effective solutions.
• Document test failures in the failure reporting system and provide detailed analysis.

• Document test procedures, results, and troubleshooting steps in a clear and concise manner.
• Maintain up‑to‑date records of equipment calibration and maintenance.
• Generate detailed technical reports and analyses based on measurement data.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

• Demonstrate expert level knowledge on all test cells and assist in the training of new test technicians.
• Serve as a technical resource for production and test teams.

• Support production builds and manufacturing test procedures as directed.
• Perform optical or electrical testing and characterization as specified by work instructions.
• Conduct tests to evaluate the performance of EO & laser components and systems.
• Perform precise EO measurements using Optical Power Meters, Spectrum Analyzers, and Network Analyzers.
• Support assembly, testing, debugging, and rework of products during pre‑delivery integration, acceptance test, and delivery phases of the product life cycle.

Education

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering Technology, Photonics, or a related field.
• Equivalent combination of relevant work experience and technical training may be substituted for degree requirements.

Experience

• US citizenship, due to nature of the work and contract requirement.
• Minimum of 5 years hands‑on experience as an electronics technician or engineering technician.
• Proven experience with the use, maintenance, and troubleshooting of optical and electro‑optical test stations/equipment.
• Experience troubleshooting EO and digital circuitry down to the component level.
• Experience using multimeters, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, and optical power meters.
• Experience supporting engineering teams in product development or manufacturing environments.

Skills

• Strong understanding of electro‑optical principles and measurements.
• Proficiency in using EO test equipment and software.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend detailed written and verbal instructions, assembly instructions, test procedures, schematics, and other engineering documentation.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to lift and carry 25-45 lbs.

Desired Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience troubleshooting CCAs to the component level.
• IPC‑A‑610 certification.
• Experience with electronic systems test and evaluation.
• Familiarity with fiber optic systems and free‑space optical communication.
• Experience with software development using LabVIEW or Python.
• Knowledge of laser safety protocols and procedures.

Pay Range

$54,700 - $112,000

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.