Electrical Engineering Technician IV

Ultra Electronics Group; Columbia City (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Climate controlled environment

Paid time off

401k with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Job summary

Ultra Maritime seeks a highly skilled electrical technician to support complex integration and testing of electronic systems for maritime defense applications. You will assist engineers, perform electrical testing, interpret schematics and BOMs, and document configurations and results.

Occasional travel and DoD clearance readiness are required. Responsibilities include wiring, testing, data collection, and collaboration with cross-disciplinary teams to meet project goals in a lab and field

Qualifications

• Interpret schematics, diagrams and BOMs and follow engineering procedures.
• 10+ years using digital test meters and oscilloscopes and troubleshooting electronics.
• Experience with PCB rework and inspection of electro-mechanical systems.
• Ability to obtain DoD clearance and meet U.S. nationality requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers in building, wiring, and testing electronic systems for maritime defense.
• Perform electrical testing, data collection, instrumentation setup, and troubleshooting.
• Read and interpret schematics, BOMs, and engineering drawings; document results.
• Maintain equipment and lab space; support safety and configuration control.
• Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and systems engineers; travel up to 15% for field testing.

Skills

Schematics interpretation

Communication

Teamwork

U.S. Citizenship

Engineering reporting

Education

AAS in Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

Digital test meters

Oscilloscopes

Test equipment

Firmware installation

Job description

Protecting What Matters. Powering the Future of Naval Technology.Your work here has global impact. From developing sonar and radar systems to advancing unmanned and undersea platforms, our technologies empower the U.S. Navy and allied forces to operate in some of the world’s most complex environments.As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we continue to push boundaries—driven by innovation, accountability, and a shared commitment to excellence.Join us as we shape the future of naval warfare—safeguarding the seas and strengthening navies worldwide.Nationality RequirementsDue to the nature of the programs we support, certain roles may require candidates to meet U.S. nationality requirements and be eligible to obtain a security clearance.Position SummaryConducts most complex integration, testing of products/systems and documents results. Trains, mentors and provides support to lower-level staff.Job DescriptionKey Responsibilities:Assist engineers in building, assembling, wiring, and testing electronic systems, modules, and prototypes for maritime defense applications.Perform electrical testing, data collection, instrumentation setup, and troubleshooting of circuits and components.Conduct verification, validation, and functional checks according to test plans and engineering procedures.Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and engineering drawings.Document results, test setups, and system configurations using Ultra’s engineering and quality systems.Maintain equipment, organize lab workspaces, and enforce safety and configuration control practices.Collaborate closely with electrical, mechanical, and systems engineers to support project goals.Participate in occasional travel (up to 15%) for field testing, training, and customer support.Required Qualifications:Associate in electrical engineering technology (EET) or a related technical degree.Ability to interpret schematics, diagrams, and engineering documentation.Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) for reporting and documentation.Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.U.S. Citizenship required and must be able to obtain a DoD clearance.10+ years proficiency in the use of digital test meters, oscilloscopes, analog/digital test equipment, product firmware/software installation, cable construction.10+ years proficiency in troubleshooting electronics and electro-mechanical systems down to the component level.Experience in PCB rework.Excellent soldering skillsPreferred QualificationsExperience supporting DoD, Navy, or defense electronics.Familiarity with MIL-STD electronics, EMI/EMC considerations, or ruggedized systems.Knowledge of cable harnessing, and prototype fabrication.Experience with test instrumentation including RF, automation or data acquisition systems.J-STD-001 certificationIPC-A-620 certificationPhysical Requirements:While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.Normal finger dexterity, and normal color vision.Candidate must be capable of occasional lifting of 40 pounds, waist high, with no assistance.#LI-KP1#LI-onsiteWhat Ultra Maritime Offers YouAt Ultra Maritime, we invest in our employees and their well-being:Climate controlled, well-lit and clean work environment!Work/life balance that includes up to 140 hours PTO for first year8 Paid Holidays, with 3 floating holidays401k Plan with Company MatchEducational Assistance Program (Tuition Reimbursement)Wellness Program and incentivesCompany HSA contributionsInsurance Benefits that start 1st of the month following hireEligibility in Company Performance-based bonuses annuallyAdditional Employee Discounts and PerksCompany-Paid Benefits:$75 monthly student loan repayment programBasic Life InsuranceBasic Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) InsuranceShort Term DisabilityLong Term DisabilityEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Voluntary Employee-Paid Benefits:Medical and Prescription insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceSupplemental Life Insurance PlansSupplemental AD&D insurance for Employee and FamilyAccident PlanCritical Illness PlanHospital Indemnity PlanPet InsuranceIdentity TheftReasonable accommodation statement: if you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please email [e-mail] Opportunity EmployerUltra Maritime is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a workplace that is fair, respectful, and inclusive, and we make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, marital status, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, citizenship status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.As a U.S. defense contractor, Ultra Maritime maintains strict standards related to integrity, compliance, and security.We operate a drug-free workplace and, where permitted by law, may conduct pre-employment background checks and substance-abuse screening based on role requirements.Company: Ultra Maritime#MAR