Electronic Technician II

SIG SAUER, Inc . is a leading provider and manufacturer of firearms, electro-optics, ammunition, airguns, suppressors, remote controlled weapons stations, and training. For over 250 years SIG SAUER, Inc. has evolved, and thrived, by blending American ingenuity, German engineering, and Swiss precision. Today, SIG SAUER is synonymous with industry-leading quality and innovation which has made it the brand of choice amongst the U.S. Military, the global defense community, law enforcement, competitive shooters, hunters, and responsible citizens. Additionally, SIG SAUER is the premier provider of elite firearms instruction and tactical training at the SIG SAUER Academy. Headquartered in Newington, New Hampshire, SIG SAUER employs people across various U.S. locations, and global facilities across multiple regions. SIG SAUER is certified a Great Place to Work™. For more information about the company and product line visit: . Position Summary: We are seeking a highly motivated Electronics Technician to support the development, testing, manufacturing, and repair of advanced electronic systems used in UAV, robotic, avionics, and other mission-critical products. The ideal candidate will possess strong hands-on electronics skills, excellent troubleshooting abilities, and experience working with both prototype and production hardware. Successful candidates will have a passion for solving technical challenges, and attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with engineering and manufacturing teams to deliver high-quality products. FLSA: Non-exempt Job Duties and Responsibilities: Perform testing, troubleshooting, repair, and modification of electronic assemblies, circuit boards, and complete systems. Troubleshoot failed units from the system level down to the component level and assist engineering in identifying root causes and corrective actions. Interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, assembly drawings, and engineering documentation. Implement engineering change orders (ECOs) and red-line schematic updates by performing PCB-level modifications, component replacements, and circuit rework. Perform precision soldering and rework of both Surface Mount Technology (SMT) and through-hole components in accordance with IPC and J-STD standards. Assemble, test, and validate avionics, UAV, robotic, battery management, power distribution, sensor, and embedded electronic systems. Develop, author, and maintain test procedures, work instructions, travelers, and assembly documentation. Document troubleshooting activities, observations, rework instructions, and nonconformance reports. Perform operational, functional, environmental, and acceptance testing of electronic hardware and assemblies. Configure, operate, verify, and maintain electronic test equipment and automated test systems. Support environmental testing activities including thermal cycling, vibration, shock, and vacuum testing. Assist in defining test equipment requirements and the integration of new test capabilities. Collaborate with engineering teams during prototype development, product validation, and design improvement efforts. Provide training and technical guidance to junior technicians as required. Other duties as assigned. Education/Experience & Skills: Associate Degree in Electronics Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, Robotics Technology, or equivalent technical training. Military electronics training or equivalent hands‑on experience will be considered in lieu of formal education. Minimum five (5) years of electronics troubleshooting, repair, test, manufacturing, or related experience. Experience working with PCB assemblies, embedded systems, avionics, robotics, UAV systems, or similar electronic products preferred. Experience supporting both prototype and production hardware environments is highly desirable. Strong SMT and through‑hole soldering, rework, and repair skills. Ability to replace fine‑pitch ICs, BGAs, QFNs, and other surface‑mount devices using professional rework equipment. Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, PCB layouts, wiring diagrams, assembly drawings, and engineering change documentation. Ability to implement red‑line schematic changes and perform PCB‑level modifications. Ability to build and repair power, RF, communication, and data I/O cable assemblies. Ability to make electrical measurements including voltage, current, resistance, continuity, and signal integrity evaluations. Proficiency using laboratory equipment including: Experience troubleshooting analog, digital, RF, and power electronics circuits. Working knowledge of embedded electronics and microcontroller‑based systems. Experience using soldering stations, hot‑air rework stations, microscopes, and SMT rework equipment. Ability to work independently while maintaining detailed technical documentation. IPC 7711/7721 soldering experience with both surface‑mount and through‑hole assemblies. Preferred Skills: Experience programming, configuring, debugging, or testing microcontroller‑based systems (STM32, Microchip, ESP32, NXP, TI, or similar platforms). Experience using PCB design software such as Altium Designer, KiCad, OrCAD, Cadence, or similar tools. Ability to review PCB layouts and support board‑level design modifications. Familiarity with UAV, autonomous systems, robotics, flight‑control electronics, telemetry systems, sensors, and communications hardware. Experience developing automated test equipment (ATE) and hardware test fixtures. Experience with AS9100D Quality Management Systems. Familiarity with configuration management and engineering change processes. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Visio, and SharePoint). Working Conditions: Regularly perform repetitive tasks. Work is primarily standing (90 + % of the shift) except for lunch and break periods. Shifts are 8 hours, 10 hours, and 12 hours. The duties of this job normally require exposure to a typical manufacturing environment. Frequent standing, sitting, stooping, squatting, walking, and stair climbing can be expected along with frequent lifting and/or moving of tooling, parts containers, and materials up to 40 pounds. Must be able to reach with hands and arms, bend and kneel frequently at a minimum of 50% of the shift, as well as undergo repetitive wrist, hand, elbow, shoulder, and ankle motions. Must demonstrate proficient fine motor skills, ability to grip, reach, pull, turn, and use tools to torque fixtures in various machinery or in the assembly, machining, or testing of parts. Specific vision abilities required may include close vision, distance vision, peripheral and depth perception, and the ability to focus on fine print. Must wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) where required. Must comply with all work exposure EH&S training requirements and adhere to SIG SAUER Inc. security mandates. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr