Electrical Technician

ASRC Federal Holding Company; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

ASRC Federal Advanced Research in Sterling Heights, MI is seeking an Electrical Technician to support autonomy vehicle integrations. The role involves wiring harness assembly, troubleshooting, and collaboration with engineers to install primary and secondary vehicle electrical systems.

Requirements include a high school diploma and 5 years of MIL-SPEC wiring experience, ability to obtain a Government Secret Clearance, and 25% travel.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• 5 years of experience fabricating MIL-SPEC wiring harnesses or cable assemblies.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Government Secret Clearance.
• Willingness to travel CONUS or OCONUS 25% annually.
• Familiarity with military wire harness build guidelines.
• IPC/WHMA-A-620 Requirements for Cable and Wire Harness Assemblies
• IPC J-STD-001 Requirements for Soldered Electrical and Electronic Assemblies

Responsibilities

• Provide technical services in electrical and electronic engineering technician support for design, development and repair of equipment for vehicle platforms.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose complex electrical/electronic problems in vehicle systems and provide solutions.
• Collaborate on design, integration, fabrication and installation of primary and secondary vehicle electrical systems.
• Fabricate cables, harnesses, switches, relays, and control devices to demonstrate design intent.
• Apply mil-spec standards to produce compliant cable assemblies.
• Assist with vehicle integrations and understand vehicle electronics under supervision.
• Test developed systems according to drawings and test plans.

Skills

Standing capability

Clearance eligibility

Willingness to travel

MIL-SPEC wiring harness experience

IPC/WHMA-A-620 familiarity

IPC J-STD-001 familiarity

Education

High school diploma

Tools

IPC/WHMA-A-620

IPC J-STD-001

Job description

ASRC Federal is a leading government contractor furthering missions in space, public health and defense. As an Alaska Native owned corporation, our work helps secure an enduring future for our shareholders. Join our team and discover why we are a top veteran employer and Certified Great Place to Work™

ASRC Federal Advanced Research is currently seeking an Electrical Technician to support autonomy vehicle integrations in Sterling Heights, Michigan. Considering the state of the world today, military technical innovation is critical to defending our territories and those of our allies. The US Army is currently exploring advancements to equip ground combat forces with autonomous vehicle platforms. This effort presents a unique opportunity for civilians to participate in the research and development efforts that will shape future battlefield combat platforms.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide technical services in the areas of electrical and electronic engineering technician support in assisting engineers in the design, development and repair of electrical and electronic equipment for military, commercial, construction and prototype vehicle platforms.
• Provide technical services in troubleshooting and diagnosis of complex electrical and electronic problems of vehicle systems and provide solutions to remedy them.
• Collaborate with electrical engineers in the design, integration, fabrication and installation of:

(a) Primary Vehicle Electrical and Electronic Systems: to include the modifications of power sources, power supplies, generation and distribution of power throughout the vehicle, to include: wiring harnesses, cables, relays, breakers, batteries, generators, distribution boxes, and addition of power sources for auxiliary systems such as Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) and communication systems.

(b) Secondary Vehicle Electrical and Electronic Systems: to include integration of controls, switching devices for communication systems, computers, radios, vision systems, monitors, keyboards and other Global Positioning System (GPS) navigation system antennas and power supplies.

• Fabricate cables, harnesses, switches, relays, and control devices for the purpose of demonstrating the intent of a design or concept.
• Apply IPC specifications and methodology to produce mil-spec compliant cable assemblies.
• Ability to fabricate simple cable harnesses and electronics enclosures based on drawings with support from experienced technicians. Will be expected to assist with vehicle integrations and be familiar with vehicle electronics systems under the guidance of an experienced technician.
• Test developed systems IAW with engineering requirements specified in drawings and test plans.

Required Qualifications

• Capable of standing all day and lifting 45 lbs.
• High school diploma and 5 years of experience in the fabrication of MIL-SPEC wiring harnesses or cable assemblies.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Government Secret Clearance.
• Willingness to travel CONUS or OCONUS 25% annually.
• Familiarity with military specific wire harness build guidelines outlined by the following
• IPC/WHMA-A-620 Requirements and acceptance for Cable and Wire Harness Assemblies
• IPC J-STD-001 Requirements for Soldered Electrical and Electronic Assemblies

ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity / Affidive Action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.

We invest in the lives of our employees, both in and out of the workplace, by providing competitive pay and benefits packages. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law. The salary offered will depend on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, education, geographic location, internal equity, business needs, and other factors permitted by law. Posted pay ranges are a general guideline only and are not a guarantee of compensation or salary.

ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.

Job Details

Job Family SCA

Job Function SCA

Pay Type Hourly