Engineering Technician Senior -Military Flight Controls Dovision

Parker Hannifin; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 37,319 - 62,184; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching contributions

Comprehensive health coverage

Career development and tuition reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Company-Paid Holidays

Job summary

Parker Hannifin is looking for an Engineering Technician Sr in Irvine, CA. This role involves responsibilities within the Military Flight Controls Division, focusing on engineering technical duties related to electronics and customer support.

The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in troubleshooting electronic systems and providing technical assistance to customers. Strong soldering skills and the ability to read engineering schematics are also essential. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Five years related experience or military training required.
• Must demonstrate effective verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot electronic circuits and instrumentation set-ups.
• Perform technical maintenance on electronic systems.
• Advise customers on operations and maintenance of equipment.

Skills

Electronics troubleshooting

Customer support

Soldering skills

Technical communication

Education

Trade or military training

Tools

LabVIEW

Oscilloscope

Data acquisition systems

Job description

Position Summary

Engineering Technician Sr – Military Flight Controls Division

Responsible for engineering technical duties requiring a high degree of accuracy in electronics, mechanical, and customer support tasks. Works within the Military Flight Controls Division, providing primary and secondary flight control systems for military aircraft.

Responsibilities

Electronic

• Devise, improvise, and troubleshoot electronic circuits and instrumentation set-ups including oscilloscopes, oscillographs, x‑y recorders, and other standard lab equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to proficiently set‑up and operate data acquisition computers, process control systems, microprocessor applications, and automatic test equipment.
• Rudimentary working knowledge of LabVIEW software as applied to data acquisition test consoles and systems. Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of electronic principles.
• Ability to read and interpret electronic schematics from system to component level.
• High level of experience with electronic hand tools such as soldering & desoldering irons, wire strippers, and wire crimpers.
• Must have the ability to perform fine soldering techniques for both thru‑hole and SMT applications.

Customer Support

• Performs technical maintenance on a variety of moderately complex to complex electronic systems and components.
• Plans and coordinates investigations into customer reports of technical product or service problems. Reviews performance trends, reports and documentation regarding malfunctioning or damaged products.
• Recommends and may provide on‑site technical assistance to repair, replace or take other corrective actions; may perform rework or inspection of Parker's fielded hardware.
• Maintains and analyzes detailed performance and maintenance service records.
• May instruct customers on the operation and proper use and maintenance of equipment and ensures accuracy of work instructions and service handbooks and bulletins.
• Facilitates coordination with OEM divisions to complete corrective actions.

Specialties

• Working knowledge of PC’s and PXI based controllers. Knowledge of various MS Windows OS and Windows application software. Basic hands‑on experience and knowledge with LabView based hardware / software.
• Functional understanding of digital electronic devices such as DSP’s, FPGA’s, PLA, BGA’s, EPROMS, and logic gates as well as Analog circuit knowledge.
• High level of experience with electronic hand tools such as soldering irons, wire strippers, wire crimpers, SMT soldering tools, and breadboarding skills.
• Soldering experience in SMT, Fine pitch devices & through hole applications. Current or previous soldering certification to J‑STD‑001.
• Must be able to communicate on a technical level both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to proficiently utilize all lab and test equipment.
• ESD knowledge and certification.
• Maintain up‑to‑date qualification data and daily logbooks on each project.
• Recommend new techniques, systems, procedures and preventative maintenance to improve overall efficiency.
• Make recommendations for the purchase and/or use of equipment.
• Interface with employees from other functional areas i.e. design engineering, process manufacturing, quality control and vendors.

Qualifications

• Five years related experience, trade or military training, or good understanding and demonstrated ability to perform described responsibilities.
• Demonstrated ability to read engineering drawings, sketches, schematics and procedures.
• Basic PC and electronic console skills where applicable.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
• Personal hand tools may be required.
• May be required to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must demonstrate effective verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with others and be a participative team player.

Competitive Compensation

Pay Range: $27.09/hr to $45.14/hr. Participation in Annual Incentive Program.

Benefit & Retirement Plans

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company provided defined‑contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long‑term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and Company‑Paid Holidays.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. Employment decisions are based upon job‑related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. U.S. citizenship, permanent residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions.

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