Engineering Lab Technician

BAE Systems; Village of Endicott (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Engineering Electronics Technician to work on cutting-edge avionic electronics for military and commercial systems. This role involves collaborating with design engineers to troubleshoot and test electronic assemblies, requiring a solid understanding of electronics principles and problem-solving skills. You will engage in activities such as circuit board development and maintenance of lab organization. Join a team dedicated to innovation in protecting those who protect us and shaping the future of aviation technology. This opportunity is a stepping stone into a rewarding career in development engineering.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) savings plan

Disability coverage

Life and accident insurance

Employee assistance program

Legal plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Qualifications

• Ability to troubleshoot electronic assemblies to the component level.
• Working knowledge of various electronic instruments and circuits.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, troubleshoot, and test new development electronic assemblies.
• Maintain lab organization and safety while advocating for best practices.

Skills

Troubleshooting skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work with others

Reading electrical schematics

Knowledge of electronic circuits

Education

Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering Technology

Equivalent experience

Tools

Voltmeters

Ammeters

Oscilloscopes

Logic analyzers

PWB creation tools (Eagle PCB, Circuit Creator)

Microsoft WORD

Microsoft EXCEL

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description

What’s it like to work on cutting edge avionic electronics components that make up both Military and Commercial systems for use in aircraft of the future? As an Engineering Electronics Technician, you will work closely with the design engineers to evaluate, troubleshoot and test new development electronic assemblies and draw from a healthy understanding of electronics principles and problem-solving skills. Technicians must understand how to use instrumentation and tools such as voltmeters, ammeters, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers and must be able to read and understand technical documentation such as electrical schematics and technical drawings. The ideal candidate for this job has excellent attention to detail, enjoys solving challenging technical problems, enjoys working with their hands, collaborates well, and is able to follow written and verbal instructions. Activities include electronics testing and troubleshooting, prototype circuit board development and fabrication, maintaining lab organization, test equipment maintenance, lab safety advocacy, etc. Candidates will need a working knowledge of electronic circuits (analog, digital, and power) and experience working with a large array of electronic instruments. This opportunity is the first step into a rewarding career in the world of development Engineering.

BAE Systems is an international engineering firm operating in different industries from sustainable mass transit to cyber security, to the design and manufacture of many different types of defense products. This position focuses mainly on flight and mission-critical avionics for Commercial and Military aircraft, including the emerging Aircraft Electrification systems. Here at our Endicott, NY facility, we take pride in developing a wide range of products that play an important role in protecting those who protect us and innovating for those that move the world. Come join our team and experience this challenging and rewarding field of work for yourself.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

1. Candidate must possess an ability to learn and work well with others.
2. Have an ability to read electrical schematics and to troubleshoot to the component level.
3. Candidate will need a working knowledge of a large array of electronic instruments.
4. Must be able to perform fabrication of PWBs, test cables/adapters, and PWB modifications.
5. Must be able to work productively with little oversight.
6. Has obtained an Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, or similar; or has equivalent experience.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

1. Detailed knowledge of various types of circuits, including Digital, Analog, and Switching Power Supplies.
2. Software skills for use of WORD, EXCEL, PowerPoint, etc.
3. Experience with a PWB creation tool such as Eagle PCB, Circuit Creator, or equivalent.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $42,436 - $67,898. Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits

At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

Engineering Lab Technician

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