Associate R&D Electronics Technician

Overview

i3 is seeking an Associate R&D Electronics Technician to support prototype development assembly and testing within our research and development program. This position will work alongside engineers and other technical staff to build troubleshoot maintain and improve electronic assemblies and prototype hardware.

The role combines hands-on electronics work electrical and mechanical assembly and 3D printing. The successful candidate will be comfortable working across multiple projects learning new tools and processes and maintaining accurate records as designs evolve. This is an opportunity to contribute directly to product development while building technical skills within a collaborative engineering team.

Responsibilities

• Assemble install and modify electrical and electronic components wiring harnesses connectors circuit boards and prototype hardware using engineering drawings schematics and work instructions.

• Perform soldering wire preparation crimping connector installation and basic circuit board assembly and rework under engineering direction.

• Assist engineers with equipment setup inspections electrical measurements functional testing and troubleshooting of components and assemblies.

• Identify and document defects assembly issues and test results; support repairs and modifications as directed.

• Operate and maintain 3D printers prepare approved files for printing and perform basic finishing inspection and assembly of printed parts.

• Record hardware configurations component replacements and assembly changes to keep build records accurate and current.

• Support other research and development activities as assigned.

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• High school degree required.

• 1-3 years of relevantexperience required .

• Foundational knowledge of electrical circuits and electronic components gained through employment technical education military training or relevant projects.

• Electronics Certifications highly preferred.

• Active Secret Clearance and a bility to obtain andmaintain a clearance required.

• U.S. Citizenship isrequired.

Knowledge/Skills

• Ability to read and follow technical drawings wiring diagrams schematics assembly instructions and component documentation.

• Familiarity with basic electrical test equipment such as digital multimeters and bench power supplies.

• Ability to use common hand tools and perform detailed assembly work with accuracy.

• Practical troubleshooting skills and the ability to recognize when an issue requires engineering assistance.

• Ability to document work clearly follow configuration instructions and communicate problems or proposed improvements.

• Strong attention to detail and an organized approach to tools materials and records.

• Ability to manage assigned tasks adapt to changing project priorities and work both independently and as part of a team.

• Willingness to learn new equipment software fabrication methods and technical processes.

• Familiarity with 3D printing software basic CAD tools or oscilloscopes preferred.

• Excellent communication teamwork and client service skills; ability to clearly communicate in discussions and written documents and to deliver feedback clearly and tactfully.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this job the employeeis regularly required totalk or hear. The employeefrequentlyis required tostand; walk; handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

• The employeeis occasionally required tosit; climb or balance; and stoop kneel crouch or crawl. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision peripheral vision depthperceptionand ability to adjust focus.

• Regular i3 hours are 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday howeveradditionalhours may berequiredon occasion. Regular and punctual attendance isrequired.

About i3

Founded in 2007 Integration Innovation Inc. (i3) is headquartered in Huntsville AL with additional offices in Orlando FL and the National Capital Region. We are a 100% team member-owned mid-tier integrator with over 800 employee-owners and our culture speaks for itself: weve earned ten Best Places to Work awards driven by strong employee engagement transparent leadership and a genuine commitment to communication.

i3 team members operate at the leading edge of national defense across a broad range of technical disciplines from systems and software engineering to modeling simulation and training solutions to cybersecurity digital engineering and enterprise IT. We also take products from prototype through production bringing that same engineering rigor to manufacturing and delivering hardware at scale. For candidates that means a rare opportunity: the innovation and mission focus of an engineering services company paired with the hands-on impact of building and delivering real solutions that benefit the Warfighter all inside an employee-owned company where your contributions directly shape both the mission and your ownership stake in the business.

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