Electrical Prototyping Fabrication Technician

Prattwhitney; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Prattwhitney is seeking an Electrical Prototyping Fabrication Technician in Tucson, Arizona. The technician will be responsible for fabricating and repairing complex prototype electrical assemblies while leading other technicians in various engineering tasks.

The ideal candidate should hold an AA/AS degree or equivalent, have at least 8 years of relevant experience, and be capable of obtaining a U.S. Secret security clearance. A comprehensive benefits package is included.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years relevant experience in an engineering environment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Must obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, maintain, modify, and repair complex prototype electrical assemblies.
• Lead other technicians in assembly layout and fitment.
• Communicate build concerns to customers and collaborate on improvements.

Skills

Electrical assembly fabrication

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Team leadership

Education

AA/AS degree or equivalent

Tools

CAD tools

Job description

Electrical Prototyping Fabrication Technician – Onsite, Tucson, AZ

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, maintain, modify, and repair complex prototype electrical assemblies.
• Interpret drawings, schematics, 3D models, written notes, and specifications.
• Lead other technicians in the layout and fitment of electrical, electro‑optical, electro‑mechanical, and mechanical assemblies.
• Adapt methods and procedures to test, analyze, and troubleshoot new hardware.
• Apply advanced skills to test, inspect, and prove‑in complex prototype electrical assemblies.
• Lead in electrical/mechanical engineering drawing peer reviews to validate engineering design specifications and develop producible prototypes.
• Assess complex designs to ensure producibility, maintainability, safety, and reliability.
• Communicate build concerns to customers and collaborate on design improvements.
• Work in closed/proprietary/classified areas without personal communication devices such as phones or tablets.

Qualifications – Required

• AA/AS degree or equivalent 2‑year post‑high‑school training with a minimum of 8 years relevant experience.
• Experience in an engineering environment testing and fabricating electrical assemblies in at least four of the following areas: cables or wire harnesses, breakout boxes and chassis, circuit‑card modifications, and racked electronic equipment troubleshooting.
• Experience reading and interpreting electrical and mechanical drawings and schematics.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government–issued Secret security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.

Qualifications – Preferred

• Experience analyzing and interpreting schematics and drawings to identify producibility issues.
• Military electronics or avionics training.
• Familiarity with 3D drawings and CAD tools.
• J‑STD‑001 solder certification.
• IPC 610 & 620 acceptability certifications and inspection experience.

Benefits & Compensation

• Salary Range: 60,000 USD – 114,000 USD.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance.
• 401(k) match.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Parental leave, employee assistance program, and employee scholar program.
• Eligibility for annual short‑term and/or long‑term incentive compensation programs depending on level and business‑unit participation.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.