Electronic Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Electronics Technician - Rancho Bernardo

Job Description

• This role supports an Avionics Development Center by performing critical fabrication, testing, and maintenance of electronic systems in both production and development environments. You will work on-site in Rancho Bernardo, CA, focusing on circuit board diagnostics, component-level repairs, and environmental testing to ensure avionics hardware meets rigorous performance and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, test, and maintain electronic systems, components, and equipment used in avionics applications.
• Diagnose and repair circuit boards, wiring, and other electronic components, including performing component-level troubleshooting.
• Perform operational tests under environmental stress screening, vibration, and thermal conditions to verify compliance with design specifications.
• Identify and isolate malfunctions down to the component level using appropriate diagnostic methods and test equipment.
• Conduct defined engineering tests according to established procedures and collect, record, and organize the assigned test data.
• Document test results, repairs, and maintenance activities accurately and clearly to support traceability and continuous improvement.
• Perform diagnostics and root cause analysis using oscilloscopes, multimeters, RF generators, spectrum analyzers, and similar test apparatus.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, drawings, wiring diagrams, blueprints, and production or assembly documentation to guide work.
• Maintain strict compliance with Foreign Object Elimination (FOE) and Foreign Object Damage (FOD) controls, as well as Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) safety and quality standards.
• Use digital multimeters and other test equipment to perform electrical testing and verification of system performance.
• Support both production and development activities in a fast-paced avionics department, collaborating with engineering and production teams as needed.
• Follow established procedures and workmanship standards for circuit card assemblies, cable assemblies, and harnesses when applicable.
• Adhere to all facility, safety, and quality protocols while working with advanced avionics and unmanned aircraft systems.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Approximately 4 years of related electronics experience, or electronics training equivalent to 2 years of technical trade school or military technical school.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, wiring diagrams, electrical schematics, and blueprints.
• Hands-on experience with Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) and Foreign Object Damage (FOD) control practices.
• Avionics troubleshooting experience, including component-level diagnostics and repair.
• Proficiency in blueprint reading and understanding technical documentation.
• Experience with component-level troubleshooting of electronic assemblies.
• Proficiency using digital multimeters (DMM) for electrical measurements and testing.
• Experience with electrical testing procedures and methods.
• Ability to use oscilloscopes for signal analysis and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with a range of electronic test equipment used in diagnostics and verification.
• Eligibility requirements that include U.S. citizenship due to contractual obligations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret production specifications, production diagrams, assembly drawings, and technical specifications in English.
• Experience with cable assembly and cable harness assembly for electronic systems.
• Skills in electrical soldering and micro-soldering of electronic components and circuit cards.
• Solder certification or equivalent demonstrated proficiency in soldering techniques.
• Experience working with circuit card assemblies and related electronic hardware.
• Current certification to IPC WHMA-A-620, NASA-J-STD, or other recognized certifications in electronics assembly and workmanship.
• Familiarity with RF systems, digital and analog circuits, or embedded electronics.
• Experience with component-level troubleshooting in complex electronic systems.
• Experience using VOM, DVM, and similar test apparatus for measurement and diagnostics.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced avionics environment supporting unmanned aircraft systems.

Why Work Here?

• You will join a dynamic avionics environment that supports advanced unmanned aircraft systems, offering exposure to cutting-edge technology and challenging, impactful work. The schedule provides work-life balance through a 1st shift, 4/10 workweek with Fridays off, allowing for regular, predictable time away from work. The culture emphasizes safety, quality, and technical excellence, giving you the opportunity to grow your skills in electronics and avionics while contributing to innovative aerospace programs.

Work Environment

• This role is based on-site in Rancho Bernardo, CA within an avionics department that operates in a fast-paced, technology-driven setting. The facility is known for supporting unmanned aircraft systems development and support, including platforms such as Global Hawk, Triton, NATO Alliance Ground Surveillance, X-47B, and Bat. You will work primarily on 1st shift with a 4/10 schedule, typically from 6:30 a.m. to 4:40 p.m., with every Friday off. The environment involves regular use of electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, RF generators, spectrum analyzers, and other diagnostic tools, and requires adherence to ESD, FOE, and FOD controls to maintain safety and product quality.

This is a Contract position based out of San Diego, CA.

The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $38.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in San Diego,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 7, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.