Electronics Lab Technician – Prototyping & Testing (DoD)

SARA; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, disability

PTO (vacation, sick, holiday)

Tuition & certification reimbursement

Flexible work schedules

Discretionary bonuses

401(k) match/profit sharing

ESOP

Job summary

Scientific Applications & Research Associates, Inc. (SARA) in Colorado Springs is seeking a Lab Technician to support rapid manufacturing in the High-Power Electromagnetics Division. You will read drawings, assemble prototypes, and solder PCBs and wire harnesses.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, 2–4 years of related experience, and must be able to travel for field tests up to three weeks. US citizenship with the ability to obtain DoD TS clearance is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2–4 years of experience assembling electronic devices and wire harnesses.
• 2–4 years of experience testing electronics with oscilloscopes and multimeters.
• Ability to interpret engineering schematics and drawings.
• Strong verbal and communication skills in a team environment.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines with accuracy.
• Must be detail oriented.
• Proficient with common hand tools.
• Ability to travel for field tests up to three weeks at a time.
• US Citizen with the ability to obtain DoD TS clearance.
• May lift up to 30 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Read prototype level assembly drawings and assemble the product with minimal assistance.
• Apply necessary mechanical techniques for assembly of products.
• Attention to assembly drawing details regarding thread locking and torque values.
• Assemble electronics and wire harnesses from prototype level documentation.
• Solder wire harnesses and PCBs.
• Test parts and assemblies using measuring devices and diagnostic tools.
• Prepare, conduct, and document tests as required by engineering staff.
• Interact with Engineering team to report issues or improvements to the process.
• Manage inventory, receiving and cleaning parts (approximately 10% of the time).
• Perform miscellaneous build room duties and projects assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Team collaboration

Detail oriented

Multi-tasking

Verbal communication

Hand tools

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Oscilloscope

Multimeter

Band saw

Drill press

Job description

Scientific Applications & Research Associates, Inc. (SARA) in Colorado Springs is seeking a Lab Technician to support rapid manufacturing in the High-Power Electromagnetics Division. You will read drawings, assemble prototypes, and solder PCBs and wire harnesses.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, 2–4 years of related experience, and must be able to travel for field tests up to three weeks. US citizenship with the ability to obtain DoD TS clearance is required.