Engineering Technician 2 - Electrical/ Mechanical

AEVEX Corp.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AEVEX Aerospace in Tampa, FL is seeking an Engineering Technician to support R&D projects, develop hardware prototypes, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to move designs toward manufacturing readiness.

You will solder PCBs, assemble components, model parts in SolidWorks, print prototypes, document test procedures, and help maintain lean processes while working under the guidance of a lead engineer or program manager.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in engineering or technical field required.
• 3–5 years of experience as an engineering technician or similar role.
• Experience with CAD software, 3D printing, Altium PCB layout, and cable wiring for RC planes.

Responsibilities

• Solder PCBs with Surface-Mounted Components (SMCs).
• Solder wire harnesses and make cables based on documentation.
• Modify circuit boards using wire jumpers and PCB trace modifications.
• Assist in construction of testing platforms and event setups.
• Review and interpret PCB layouts for accurate implementation.
• Design and model components using CAD software (SolidWorks).
• Print 3D models and prototypes for design validation.
• Collaborate in fabrication, ensuring quality control and precision.
• Diagnose and resolve technical challenges; contribute to project success.
• Contribute to UAV frame design, assembly, and testing.

Skills

Electrical SMT

Circuits

Schematic理解

PCB layout

Understanding mechanical systems

Power systems

Education

Associate degree in engineering or technical field

J-STD-001

IPC-A-610

Tools

CAD software

3D printing

Altium PCB layout software

SolidWorks

Bambu Studio

Cable wiring for RC planes

Job description

Tampa, Florida, United States

Job Overview

As an Engineering Technician, you'll play a key role in supporting R&D projects and collaborating with cross-functional portfolio teams. You'll be involved in the end-to-end development of hardware prototypes, contributing to the design and assembly of PCB, mechanical components, and software scripts. Your work will include conducting tests and experiments that drive development toward manufacturing readiness, while maintaining thorough documentation and process records to track test data and results. This is a dynamic, fast-paced environment where collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. You'll have opportunities to explore a variety of projects and engage with a talented team of engineers to share knowledge and expertise.

Essential Functions

• Solder PCBs with Surface-Mounted Components (SMCs)
• Solder wire harnesses and making cables based on minimal documentation
• Modify circuit boards using wire jumpers and PCB trace modifications
• Assist in the construction of testing platforms and event setups
• Review and interpret PCB layouts for accurate implementation
• Help design and model components using CAD software, including SolidWorks, for engineering applications.
• Print 3D models and prototypes to support design validation and engineering development.
• Collaborate in the fabrication process, ensuring quality control and precision in part creation.
• Solder wire harnesses and making cables based on minimal documentation
• Assist in diagnosing and resolving technical challenges, contributing to project success.
• Contribute to the design, assembly, and testing of UAV frames for advanced projects.
• Implement and uphold 5S methodology to streamline workflows and develop efficient lean processes.
• Meticulously document testing procedures and data to ensure accuracy and support repeatability in future projects.
• Assist in diagnosing and resolving technical challenges, contributing to project success.
• Provide support in the development and management of project timelines under the guidance of the lead engineer or program manager.
• Carry out additional duties as assigned, contributing to the overall success of engineering and project goals.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing team to help push products to delivery
• Perform other duties as required.

Standard Essential Functions

• Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].
• Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices.
• Embodies AEVEX’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.

Qualifications and Competencies

• Knowledge of Electrical SMT and Software
• Knowledge of circuits
• Ability to understand schematics, assembly drawings, and PCB layout
• Ability to understand cable drawings
• Solid knowledge of Electrical and Aircraft Systems
• Knowledge of power and mechanical systems

Education / Certifications

• Associate degree in engineering or technical field required.
• Preferred Certifications:
• J-STD-001
• IPC-A-610

Experience

• 3-5 years of experience as an engineering technician or other relevant technical field
• Equivalent documented work experience in lieu of degree may be acceptable
• Experience with:
  • CAD software
  • 3D printing
  • Altium PCB layout software
  • Cable wiring for RC planes
  • Understanding Gas engines
  • Understanding electrical motors
  • Solid Works
  • Bambu Studio

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties the employee is:

• Frequently required to stand for extended periods of time
• Frequently required repetitive movements of wrists, hands, and/or fingers

For the purpose of this summary, occasionally is used to represent up to 1/3 of the time given to the work day, frequently represents 1/3 to 2/3 of the time and constantly represents 2/3 or more of the time.

Security Clearance

• Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required.

Disclaimer:

AEVEX Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.

About AEVEX

AEVEX, headquartered in Solana Beach, California, supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The company's capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing, exploitation, and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define, develop, and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California, Florida, North Carolina, Ohio, and Virginia.

AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k)-retirement plan, comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits for qualified employees.

AEVEX is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.

AEVEX Aerospace must comply with the export control laws and regulations of the United States. Under U.S. export control laws, restrictions apply to the release or disclosure within the United States of certain U.S.-origin technology or software source code to individuals who are not “U.S. Persons”. U.S. Persons include U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, persons lawfully admitted for U.S. permanent residence (green card holders), and persons lawfully granted U.S. asylum or refugee status. For AEVEX Aerospace to ensure compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, please respond to the question posed below. Your response will be used solely to allow AEVEX Aerospace to ensure compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations. To be considered for this position, you must be a U.S. Person or, if not, fall within a legally recognized export control exception or authorization. If hired, you must be able to provide valid proof of such status. Please indicate if you belong to one of the categories below:1) U.S. Citizen2) U.S. National3) Lawful permanent resident – Form I-551 (green card)4) Granted refugee status by the United States Government5) Granted asylum status by the United States Government * Select...

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For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self-identification survey.Completion of the form is entirely voluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiringprocess or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained in aconfidential file.

As set forth in AEVEX’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

If you believe you belong to any of the categories of protected veterans listed below, please indicate by making the appropriate selection.As a government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), we request this information in order to measurethe effectiveness of the outreach and positive recruitment efforts we undertake pursuant to VEVRAA. Classification of protected categoriesis as follows:

A "disabled veteran" is one of the following: a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability.

A "recently separated veteran" means any veteran during the three-year period beginning on the date of such veteran's discharge or release from active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval, or air service.

An "active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran" means a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service during a war, or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized under the laws administered by the Department of Defense.

An "Armed forces service medal veteran" means a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service, participated in a United States military operation for which an Armed Forces service medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985.