Engineering Technician

Sanmina; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanmina Corporation is hiring an Engineering Technician in Huntsville, AL. The role supports engineering activities including design, test check-out, modification, and assembly of prototype electro-mechanical systems. Expect hands-on work with cables, PCBs, and test stations, reading schematics, and wiring per plans.

Shift: 4A Monday-Thursday. Requires a HS diploma; preferred AAS degree or military-equivalent training; IPC-610 soldering certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred AAS Degree in electronics engineering technology or Military equivalent training.
• IPC-610 Certified Solderer

Responsibilities

• Fabricate cables, PCBs, sub-assemblies and test stations.
• Assemble test stations and troubleshoot completed assemblies.
• Read electrical schematics and follow wiring/assembly drawings.
• Solder, cable fabrication and installation; operate test equipment.

Skills

Soldering

Schematic reading

Troubleshooting

Cable fabrication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AAS Degree in electronics engineering technology or Military equivalent training

Tools

Genrad

HP3070

Teradyne

Job description

Description

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a global powerhouse in integrated manufacturing solutions serving the fastest growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. We are a global engine providing the end-to-end manufacturing backbone for the world's most essential and innovative brands. Whether it's autonomous vehicles, life-saving medical tech, next-gen aerospace, or AI/cloud infrastructure - our integrated solutions don’t just meet standards—they redefine them.

Description

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a global powerhouse in integrated manufacturing solutions serving the fastest growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. We are a global engine providing the end-to-end manufacturing backbone for the world's most essential and innovative brands. Whether it's autonomous vehicles, life-saving medical tech, next-gen aerospace, or AI/cloud infrastructure - our integrated solutions don’t just meet standards—they redefine them.

At SCI Technology, a Sanmina Company, we serve those who serve by delivering innovative, trusted and comprehensive products and services that meet and exceed the unique needs of the Defense and Aerospace sector. From avionics to tactical and airborne communications, counter-UAS, integrated manufacturing and cradle-to-grave product life cycle support, we deliver high-reliability solutions that keep service members connected and protected in the field.

Our heritage dates to 1961, as an early supplier to the space program in Huntsville, Alabama. Today, SCI offers a complete range of Defense & Aerospace solutions through our three business segments – Products, Systems Build, and Life Cycle Services. It’s SCI summed up - ALL WE DO to serve those who serve.

Summary

Engineering Technician

Shift: 4A Monday-Thursday

Supports engineering activities such as design, test check-out, modification and assembly of prototype electro-mechanical system, experimental design circuitry or specialized test equipment. Applications may include analog circuits, digital circuits and logic systems. Works from schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, layouts or defined plans to perform testing, checkout and malfunctions. Assists in the design, construction, test and check-out of test equipment. Uses manufacturing, test, development or diagnostic equipment, including, but not limited to test programs oscilloscopes, signal generators and specialized test apparatus.

What You’ll Do

Test Engineering Technician duties will include fabrication of cables, printed circuit boards, sub-assemblies, assembly of test stations and the maintaining of those test stations. Tasks will include soldering, cable fabrication and installation, cabinet / rack assembly, and troubleshooting / debugging completed assemblies. Candidate must be able to read electrical schematics, follow electrical and mechanical assembly drawings, solder, use power tools. Must have the capability to interact and communicate well with mechanical and electrical engineering staff. Knowledge of In-circuit test systems such as Genrad, HP3070 and Teradyne would be beneficial. An understanding of UNIX and Windows based systems are a plus.

Knowledge of In-circuit test systems would be an asset.

What You’ll Bring

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent

Minimum Of 2 Years Related Experience.

Preferred AAS Degree in electronics engineering technology or Military equivalent training.

IPC-610 Certified Solderer

Why Join Us?

At Sanmina, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. Your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment. Sanmina provides equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Please be aware that this position may require access to technology, software, or technical data that is subject to U.S. export control laws. All offers of employment are contingent on the applicant either 1) being a "U.S. Person," defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident, or (iii) other protected individual, such as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157 or asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158; or 2) being eligible to obtain a timely export control license or license exception from the applicable U.S. federal agency.

• 1157 or asylee under 8 U.S.C.
• 1158; or 2) being eligible to obtain a timely export control license or license exception from the applicable U.S. federal agency.