Engineering Technician II

Saalex; Lexington Park (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental &amp

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary &

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick &

Short Term & Long Term Disability

Training & Development

Wellness Resources

Stock Option Plan

Job summary

Greenfield Engineering, a Saalex Company, is seeking an Engineering Technician II in Lexington Park, MD to support DoD testing, assembly, and verification of cable and wire harnesses for avionics test benches.

Responsibilities include reading wiring diagrams and schematics, fabricating MIL-STD-1553 cables, assembling circular connectors, troubleshooting with GPETE/SPETE, updating technical documents, and maintaining quality records.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required and 2–3 years of experience in cable assembly, electrical assembly, avionics support, or a related technical field.
• Experience reading and interpreting wiring diagrams, schematics, assembly drawings, and technical documentation.
• Experience fabricating cable and wire assemblies, including MIL-STD-1553 cables and military-style circular connectors.
• Experience using common hand tools and electronic test equipment to assemble, troubleshoot, and repair wiring and cable assemblies.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, assemble, and test cable and wire harness assemblies for avionics test benches.
• Assemble military-style circular connectors and cable assemblies in accordance with engineering drawings, schematics, wire lists, and technical documentation.
• Read and interpret wiring diagrams, assembly drawings, schematics, and technical manuals to support production and installation activities.
• Assist engineers with installation, verification, troubleshooting, and maintenance of cable plant systems and test bench configurations.
• Perform continuity checks, cable verification, and troubleshooting activities utilizing GPETE and SPETE.
• Diagnose and repair wiring, connector, and cable assembly issues.
• Maintain and update technical documentation, assembly procedures, and maintenance records as required.

Skills

Wiring diagrams

Electrical assembly

Cable fabrication

Hand tools

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Lift 50 pounds

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

GPETE

SPETE

Electronic test equipment

Job description

Greenfield Engineering, a Saalex Company is seeking an Engineering Technician II in Lexington Park, MD. Greenfield Engineering provides critical support to Department of Defense customers through engineering, test and evaluation, and technical services. We offer a collaborative work environment, competitive compensation, and comprehensive benefits.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $60k-64k (depending on experience)

Work Location: Onsite.

Essential Functions

• Fabricate, assemble, and test cable and wire harness assemblies for avionics test benches.
• Assemble military-style circular connectors and cable assemblies in accordance with engineering drawings, schematics, wire lists, and technical documentation.
• Read and interpret wiring diagrams, assembly drawings, schematics, and technical manuals to support production and installation activities.
• Assist engineers with installation, verification, troubleshooting, and maintenance of cable plant systems and test bench configurations.
• Perform continuity checks, cable verification, and troubleshooting activities utilizing General Purpose Electronic Test Equipment (GPETE) and Special Purpose Electronic Test Equipment (SPETE).
• Diagnose and repair wiring, connector, and cable assembly issues.
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with established technical procedures, quality standards, and customer requirements.
• Maintain and update technical documentation, assembly procedures, and maintenance records as required.
• Assist in the verification and validation of cable plant installations and engineering modifications.
• Safely operate common and specialty hand tools required to perform assembly and maintenance activities.
• Lift and move equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

Required

• 2–3 years of experience in cable assembly, electrical assembly, avionics support, or a related technical field.
• Experience reading and interpreting wiring diagrams, schematics, assembly drawings, and technical documentation.
• Experience fabricating cable and wire assemblies, including MIL-STD-1553 cables and military-style circular connectors.
• Experience using common hand tools and electronic test equipment to assemble, troubleshoot, and repair wiring and cable assemblies.
• Ability to distinguish wire and cable color codes.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Desired

• Experience supporting Navy or Department of Defense programs.
• Experience with avionics systems or test bench environments.
• Familiarity with cable plant installation and verification activities.

Education / Years of Experience

HS Diploma or GED required and 2–3 years of experience in cable assembly, electrical assembly, avionics support, or a related technical field.

Security Clearance

Active Secret clearance required. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources
• Stock Option Plan