Electronic Technician

Description

SAIC is seeking an Electronic Technician to support the US Navy in Indianapolis, IN.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Supports engineering activities such as design, test, checkout, modification, fabrication and assembly of prototype electromechanical systems, experimental design circuitry, laser/light transmission devices or specialized test equipment.

• Applications may include electronic circuits, photonics and logic systems.

• Works from schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, layouts or defined plans to perform testing, checkout and trouble-shooting functions.

• Assists in determining methods or actions to remedy malfunctions.

• Collects, maintains, organizes, compiles, and manipulates technical data.

• Prepares engineering documentation, reports, drawings (sketches/flow charts/diagrams/schematics, etc.).

• Performs mathematical calculations per engineering specifications.

• Undertakes analyses of data where guidelines are provided.

JOB DUTIES:

• Assembles, disassembles, reworks, and repairs surface mount (including J-leaded devices, 0402 or smaller devices, fine pitch, BGA, etc.) and through-hole printed circuit card assemblies, flex circuits, sub-assemblies, and electro-mechanical assemblies.

• Performs board and component preparation, including specialized handling of sensitive components.

• Performs highly skilled soldering and desoldering of fine pitch components, including BGA rework.

• Executes modifications, upgrades, and component replacement on complex PCBs.

• Interprets process routings, wiring diagrams, and similar production planning documents or drawings.

• May assemble cabinets, chassis, consoles, or similar devices and install them with electronic or electro-mechanical equipment.

• Performs informal, self in-process checks on manufactured items prior to submitting to authorize formal inspection and/or test personnel for determining product validation and final acceptance.

• May assist other related job classifications when directed.

• Collects and analyzes data for Statistical Process Control (SPC).

Qualifications

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND CLEARANCE:

• AA Degree in related discipline and three (3) years’ experience. Additional years’ experience accepted in lieu of a degree.

• Six (6) years of practical experience, to include: electronics repair, maintenance, and testing preferred.

• Formal Military electronics training from: Technical School, or Class A or B military school in electronics or communications preferred.

• Deep understanding of electronic component identification and handling, including ESD precautions.

• Ability to read and interpret complex process routings, wiring diagrams, and schematics.

• Knowledge of and experience with IPC standards, especially IPC-7711 (Rework Procedures).

• Familiarity with IPC - 610, and J-STD-001 is preferred.

• Understanding of basic electronics, including electronic component identification.

• Ability to work from routing instructions and interpret mechanical and electrical schematics.

• Candidate must be a US Citizen and have the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance.

• Physical and other requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

• Good eyesight and ability to distinguish color.

• May require sitting, standing, kneeling, or squatting for extended periods.

• May be exposed to solvents, flux, thinners, and other cleaning compounds.

• Requires the use of visual aids (magnification lenses, binocular microscopes) and specific personal safety equipment.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE:

• Prior military experience with the assembly, troubleshooting, repair, maintenance, installation, and checkout of electronic equipment.

• Prior experience with maintaining, troubleshooting Avionic systems integrated into military aircraft armament systems & variants.

REQNUMBER: 2614482

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