Senior Electronics Technician - Complex Assembly & Mentorship

W&O; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

EMI is seeking an Electronics Technician III to independently assemble and wire complex equipment from controlled drawings. This senior production role owns workmanship, self-inspection, records, QC handoff, and technician mentoring. QC performs power-up and functional testing.

The Electronics Technician III will interpret drawings, manage wiring, ensure documentation accuracy, and mentor junior technicians while upholding safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical education or military electronics training preferred.
• Approximately 7-10 years of progressive electronics or electromechanical assembly experience.
• Proven ability to independently build complex equipment from drawings and schematics.
• Controlled manufacturing or quality-system experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and wire complex EMI equipment, panels, enclosures, subassemblies, and harnesses.
• Interpret assembly drawings, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, BOMs, specs, and work instructions; verify revisions and materials.
• Cut, strip, crimp, solder, terminate, route, label, and secure wiring; install connectors, components, and hardware.
• Measure, mark, and scribe panels, enclosures, and workpieces to approved documentation.
• Self-inspect components, connections, polarity, labeling, routing, hardware, torque, and workmanship; perform only approved non-energized checks.
• Complete production and traceability records; transfer finished equipment to QC for power-up and functional testing; complete approved rework.
• Document nonconforming material, workmanship issues, and drawing discrepancies. Never make unauthorized design, material, or process changes.
• Support prototype and revised builds; provide Engineering feedback on assembly, manufacturability, and documentation.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas; follow quality, workmanship, ESD, safety, and work instructions.
• Communicate shortages, defects, conflicts, and schedule risks; mentor Electronics Technician I and II employees.

Skills

Electrical assembly

Mechanical assembly

Soldering

Crimping

Cable routing

Inspection/records

Mentoring

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical education or military electronics training

Tools

Hand and power tools

Soldering equipment

Crimpers

Torque tools

Dimensional measuring tools

Job description

EMI is seeking an Electronics Technician III to independently assemble and wire complex equipment from controlled drawings. This senior production role owns workmanship, self-inspection, records, QC handoff, and technician mentoring. QC performs power-up and functional testing.

The Electronics Technician III will interpret drawings, manage wiring, ensure documentation accuracy, and mentor junior technicians while upholding safety and quality standards.