Engineering Technician

Engineering Technician 1

Performs a variety of tasks ranging from repetitive to non-repetitive production assembly operations on electronic and/or mechanical assemblies and subassemblies such as modules, boards, panels, drawers, frames, wires, and cables. Works from diagrams and drawings, makes initial layouts, and uses hand and/or power tools and jigs. Makes continuity checks on work in process and completed. May conduct inspection points on processing line in accordance with quality specifications. May disassemble, modify, rework, reassemble prototype assemblies and subassemblies according to specifications.

Responsible for repair, modification, and fabrication of cable assemblies, wiring harnesses and complex electronic assemblies. Responsible for component replacement and Printed Circuit Board repairs. Responsible for repair, modification and fabrication of Shop and Line Replaceable Units. Properly utilizing general purpose test and measurement equipment and tools. Ability to read schematics and wiring diagrams. Identify required tools, supplies and resources needed to maintain the work area as serviceable.

Basic Qualifications for an Engineering Technician 1:

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED.
• Must be able to obtain all required Soldering certifications and meet associated training requirements.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret level of clearance, if required.
• *Must be J-Standard Certified.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of repair capability experience (i.e., fabricating, repairing, and modifying complex electronic assemblies, circuit cards, shop or line replaceable units and wiring harnesses).
• Experience using controlled drawings and work instructions.
• Experience with the usage, assembly and repair of military grade pins, connectors, and the associated tooling.
• Ability to assemble and disassemble electronic assemblies using detailed drawings, work instructions or Technical Orders.