Electronic Technician

Héroux-Devtek; Livonia (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Team culture

Competitive salaries

9 paid holidays

Health insurance & HSA/FSA

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Beaver Aerospace & Defense in Livonia, Michigan, is seeking an Electrical Technician to join our Assembly team. You will perform electrical assembly, wiring, testing, and troubleshooting on our products from detailed drawings, schematics, and job specifications to keep assemblies moving on schedule.

The ideal candidate can read electrical drawings, use a multimeter and test equipment, and perform precise work to documented tolerances in a fast-paced aerospace setting.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics.
• Hands-on electrical wiring and assembly experience.
• Proficiency with test equipment and documentation practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical assembly, wiring, and installation work per drawings and specs (≈40%).
• Conduct electrical testing and troubleshoot in-process and completed assemblies (≈20%).
• Read and interpret electrical drawings to guide assembly work (≈15%).
• Inspect and verify electrical work against quality requirements (≈10%).
• Perform rework and resolve production electrical issues as they arise (≈10%).
• Maintain documentation and communicate with teams to support production flow (≈5%).

Skills

Electrical wiring & assembly

Reading electrical schematics

Testing with multimeter

Troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Electro-mechanical assembly

Tools

Multimeter

Electrical hand tools

Soldering/Crimping tools

Job description

An International Leader In Aviation

Heroux-Devtek, the world's 3rd largest producer of landing gear, serves the civil and military aerospace markets from production facilities in North America, Europe and United Kingdom. The Company's longevity, flexibility, and track record for the development and implementation of innovative production systems have distinguished it as a leader in the domain. With its most recent acquisitions, Heroux-Devtek is bolstering its status as one of the foremost landing gear, actuation and hydraulic system designers and manufacturers in the global aerospace industry.

An International Leader In Aviation

Heroux-Devtek, the world's 3rd largest producer of landing gear, serves the civil and military aerospace markets from production facilities in North America, Europe and United Kingdom. The Company's longevity, flexibility, and track record for the development and implementation of innovative production systems have distinguished it as a leader in the domain. With its most recent acquisitions, Heroux-Devtek is bolstering its status as one of the foremost landing gear, actuation and hydraulic system designers and manufacturers in the global aerospace industry.

Information On The Division

Located in Livonia, Michigan, spanning 3 facilities (100,000+ sq. ft.) with over 130 employees, Beaver Aerospace & Defense is one of Héroux-Devtek's centers of excellence for design, development, manufacturing, and assembly of ball screws, actuation systems and other aerospace components.

Our ball screws, ball splines, gears, and electromechanical linear/rotary actuators are custom designed to fit virtually any application with superior performance, quality and precision. In fact, our actuation solutions are installed on some of the most advanced aircraft, missile applications and mission-critical space exploration systems in the world, featuring the latest in motion control technology.

With a strong focus on custom precision manufacturing processes with machining automation and techniques, we aim to remain the best value producer of complex and precision Aerospace & Defense components.

What we offer?

• Leaders who invest in your success, development, and growth
• A culture of true teamwork and pride in our product
• Competitive salaries linked to performance and paid time off
• 9 paid holidays
• A comprehensive group insurance plan including HSA/FSA options, Dental & Vision
• Coverage for Domestic Partnerships
• Supportive wellness program, including healthcare discounts
• Automatic Life Insurance with supplemental options
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Opportunities for retirement savings with 401(k) plans including a company match
• Tuition reimbursement for relevant Certifications, Education, & Trainings
• Free access to a virtual doctor and the employee assistance program
• Social activities for all employees (BBQ, Golf, Christmas parties, etc.)
• Generous referral bonuses and advantageous recognition programs
• A motivating work environment and a human management style where you can make a difference

Summary

Beaver Aerospace & Defense is looking for an Electrical Technician to join our Assembly team in Livonia, Michigan. In this role, you'll perform electrical assembly, wiring, testing, and troubleshooting on our products, working from detailed engineering drawings, schematics, and job specifications. You'll help keep electrical work moving accurately and on schedule so assemblies continue through production without delay — reading drawings, performing precise wiring and assembly work, troubleshooting problems independently, and flagging issues to Engineering or Quality before they become bigger problems.

Main Responsibilities

• Perform electrical assembly, wiring, and installation work in accordance with drawings, schematics, and job specifications (approx. 40% of time)
• Conduct electrical testing and troubleshooting on in-process and completed assemblies (approx. 20% of time)
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and job requirements to guide assembly work (approx. 15% of time)
• Inspect and verify completed electrical work against quality and specification requirements (approx. 10% of time)
• Perform rework, repairs, and resolve production electrical issues as they arise (approx. 10% of time)
• Maintain accurate documentation, housekeeping, and clear communication with Assembly, Engineering, and Quality to support production flow (approx. 5% of time)

Our Ideal Candidate

• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams
• Hands-on electrical wiring and assembly experience
• Proficiency using electrical hand tools and test equipment, including a multimeter
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to perform precise work to documented requirements and tolerances
• Ability to troubleshoot basic electrical and wiring problems independently
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment where priorities can shift based on business needs
• Basic computer skills and the ability to learn company production documentation systems
• Willingness to complete required annual training, including AS9100 quality system requirements and ITAR/Export Compliance
• Aerospace and defense manufacturing experience is a plus
• Electro-mechanical assembly experience is a plus
• Soldering and/or crimping experience, along with related certifications (e.g., IPC/WHMA-A-620, IPC J-STD-001), is a plus
• Experience working within AS9100 or another regulated quality environment is a plus
• Previous electrical testing and troubleshooting experience is a plus

Work Culture And Environment

Are you known as an innovation driver? Are you looking for your next challenge and opportunity to learn & excel in Aerospace? Héroux-Devtek offers you the opportunity to work in a diverse and team-oriented environment where skills development is a top priority. Here, employees are at the heart of the realization of the product, developed through engineering centers, factories, a service unit, and an accessible and agile head office for fast decision-making.

Be part of a motivating top-notch team taking Aerospace to new heights!

Candidates must meet security screening requirements as set out by ITAR directives.

HDI Landing Gear is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, HDI Landing Gear will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.