Electronics Technician Maintenance II (Lab) (ETM II Lab)

Lynker; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

PTO and holidays

Tuition assistance

Spot bonuses

Annual recognition awards

Learning Management System access

Career growth plans

Job summary

Lynker is seeking an Electronics Technician Maintenance II Lab to support NDBC weather/ocean observations and related data systems. You will perform bench testing, diagnostics, and repairs on marine electronics, calibration of data acquisition systems, and guide less experienced technicians in a team setting.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in marine electrical/electronic maintenance, knowledge of SMD repairs, and the ability to read schematics with a hands-on approach to problem solving.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of maintenance, repair, test, and modification of marine electrical/electronics systems.
• Ability to operate and calibrate data acquisition systems and precision bench instruments.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and lead a small team.
• Experience with SMD repairs and IC replacement; adept at reading schematics.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, bench test, diagnose, troubleshoot and repair electronic line replaceable units and processing systems.
• Use lab equipment to test environmental monitoring sensors and data-collection systems.
• Follow procedures and schematics to ensure quality and timely completion.
• Lead tasks with independent responsibility under time constraints and established policies.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

SMD repairs

Schematics reading

Data acquisition systems

Team leadership

Education

AS/AAS Electronics

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Digital Multimeter

Calibration equipment

Function generators

Job description

Overview

Lynker Corporation is a leading provider of innovative solutions in weather and climate science. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for innovation, Lynker leverages cutting-edge technologies and scientific expertise to support the creation and delivery of improved operational weather forecasts.As part of our ongoing growth and expansion, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Electronics Technician Maintenance II Lab (ETM II Lab) to assist Lynker in supporting the National Data Buoy Center,(NDBC) to provide quality meteorological and oceanographic observations in the marine environment to support predictions of changes in ocean and coastal weather to enhance Maritime Safety. NDBC designs, engineers, fabricates/integrates, tests, deploys, maintains/repairs 4 worldwide buoy systems including Weather Buoy Stations, Coastal Observation (C-MAN) stations, Tropical Atmosphere-Ocean Array (TAO) systems, and Deep-Ocean Assessment and Reporting of Tsunami (DART) stations. The program also performs data analysis/storage/dissemination (via website/other means) of related weather andenvironmental data from these systems (25%) and other sources (75%) of in-situ weatherdata, Logistics, Information Technology/Data Administration, and Programming

Responsibilities

Duties of the Electronics Technician Maintenance II (ETM II Lab) will include but not limited to the following:

• Electronic component level assembly, bench testing, diagnostics, troubleshooting and/or repair of electronic Line Replaceable Units and processing systems that require the application of a considerable number of different basic but established methods, procedures, and techniques
• Perform duties in an electronics laboratory environment using bench type electronic testing equipment.
• Conducting test and troubleshooting down to the component level for environmental monitoring sensors, data collection and processing systems.
• Using oscilloscopes, Digital Volt Meter , ammeters, pulse/function generators, resistance thermometers and waveform generators.
• Quality work following utilizing provided procedures, drawings and schematics.
• Tasks/assignments that require independent responsibility for following procedures, redline drawings, and time constraints forcompleting assigned tasks with limited supervision to ensure conformance with established policies, procedures, progress efforts and completion deadlines.

Qualifications

The Ideal Electronics Technician Maintenance II (ETM II Lab) will have the following:

• At least 4 Years of experience in maintenance, repair, test, and modification of marine electrical and electronics systems including analog, digital and RF Circuitry.
• Demonstrated ability in operating, maintaining, and calibrating, micro processor based data acquisition systems, test sets, sensors, laboratory bench equipment and precision calibration electro-mechanical instruments.
• Ability to work independently with no direct supervision.
• Experience as a team leader.
• Knowledge and skill of SMD repairs and IC replacement.
• Training/experience in ESD awareness/precautions and proficiency in reading electronic schematics.
• Demonstrated ability in operating, maintaining, and calibrating, microprocessor based data acquisition systems, test sets, sensors, laboratory bench equipment and precision calibration electro-mechanical instruments.
• Education: AS/AAS Electronics, Instrumentation, Engineering Technologyor related field

About Lynker

Lynker is a growing, employee owned business, specializing in professional, scientific and technical services. Our continually expanding team combines scientific expertise with mature, results-driven processes and tools to achieve technically sound, cost effective solutions in hydrology/water sciences, geospatial analysis, information technology, resource management, conservation, and management and business process improvement.

We focus on putting the right people in the right place to be effective. And having the right people is critical for success. Our streamlined organization enables and empowers our talented professionals to tackle our customers' scientific and technical priorities – creatively and effectively.

Lynker offers a team-oriented work environment, and the opportunity to work in a culture of exceptionally skilled professionals who embrace sound science and creative solutions. Lynker's benefits include the following:

• Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost
• Healthcare benefit covers medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision
• Personal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidays
• Highly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – we're all company owners!
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life and accident insurance
• Tuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per year
• Spot bonuses for exceptional performance
• Annual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses
• Employee Referral Program
• Free centralized, self-directed Learning Management System to learn at your own pace
• Personalized career growth plans for every employee

Lynker is an E-Verify employer.

Lynker is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local laws.