Engineering Technician

Description

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a global powerhouse in integrated manufacturing solutions serving the fastest growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. We are a global engine providing the end-to-end manufacturing backbone for the world's most essential and innovative brands. Whether it's autonomous vehicles, life-saving medical tech, next-gen aerospace, or AI/cloud infrastructure - our integrated solutions don’t just meet standards—they redefine them.

At SCI Technology, a Sanmina Company, we serve those who serve by delivering innovative, trusted and comprehensive products and services that meet and exceed the unique needs of the Defense and Aerospace sector. From avionics to tactical and airborne communications, counter-UAS, integrated manufacturing and cradle-to-grave product life cycle support, we deliver high-reliability solutions that keep service members connected and protected in the field.

Our heritage dates to 1961, as an early supplier to the space program in Huntsville, Alabama. Today, SCI offers a complete range of Defense & Aerospace solutions through our three business segments – Products, Systems Build, and Life Cycle Services. It’s SCI summed up - ALL WE DO to serve those who serve.

At this time, SCI is recruiting highly qualified candidates whose background and career goals meet our needs for an Engineering Technician in Huntsville, AL. In this role, you will perform routine go/no-go testing and environmental testing (including thermal and vibration tests) on circuits, components, instruments, and mechanical assemblies across all programs, ensuring compliance with Military Standards and technical procedures.

What You'll Do

• Perform routine go/no-go testing of circuits, components, instruments, and mechanical assemblies.
• Setup and monitor thermal, vibration, and other environmental tests according to MIL-STDs and work instructions using hand tools or automatic test methods.
• Perform mechanical inspections per engineering drawings and procedures utilizing calibrated measuring devices.
• Document test results, maintain logs, and track record entries indicating equipment malfunctions or required info using paper forms and electronic databases.
• Execute simple repairs and component removal or replacement as necessary.
• Communicate effectively with technicians and management staff while working unsupervised with consistent effort.

What You'll Bring

• Education: 2-year degree or military equivalent.
• Experience: 2–4 years of experience in engineering technology, electronic testing, or environmental testing.
• Physical Requirement: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Demonstrated capability to work unsupervised with consistent effort and clear communication.

How to Stand Out

• Practical experience performing environmental testing (thermal, vibration, altitude) specifically following MIL-STDs within the defense and aerospace sector.
• Strong background in mechanical inspection using precision calibrated measurement tools and executing component-level rework/repairs on complex electronic assemblies.

Why Join Us?

At Sanmina, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. Your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment. Sanmina provides equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Please be aware that this position may require access to technology, software, or technical data that is subject to U.S. export control laws. All offers of employment are contingent on the applicant either 1) being a "U.S. Person," defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident, or (iii) other protected individual, such as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157 or asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158; or 2) being eligible to obtain a timely export control license or license exception from the applicable U.S. federal agency.