Engineering Technician III

Greenfield Engineering; 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, seeks an Engineering Technician III in Lexington Park, MD. The role focuses on fabricating and testing cable and wire harness assemblies for avionics test benches, ensuring compliance with drawings and technical manuals.

The candidate will read wiring diagrams, assist engineers with installation, verification, and maintenance of cable plant systems, and perform diagnostics with standard test equipment. Onsite work with lifting up to 50 pounds is required.

Qualifications

• 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 per drawings and documentation.
• Read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, and manuals to support production and installation.
• Assist engineers with installation, verification, troubleshooting, and maintenance of cable plant systems and test bench configurations.
• Perform continuity checks, cable verification, and troubleshooting using GPETE and SPETE.

Skills

Cable and electrical assembly

Avionics support

Reading wiring diagrams

Hand tools

Lift 50 pounds

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic test equipment

GPETE usage

Job description

Greenfield Engineering, a Saalex Company is seeking an Engineering Technician III 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.

Requirements

• 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 and2-3 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