Engineering Technician

Position Summary:

This position provides test support for the Engineering, internal and contract manufacturing departments of BK Technologies. Automated Align and Final Test software and system integration for LMR portable and mobile products will be used/maintained from the use of MPS (minimum performance standards), TIA Standards, and technical design documents. This position will regularly interface with Engineering R&D department, Florida, Florida Manufacturing department, and the contract manufacturer to support product transition.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Meet all of the Technician III requirements plus demonstrate the ability to troubleshoot any product to component level

• Demonstrate some circuit analysis capabilities and be able to assist the Engineers in resolving production failures as well as pilot run debugging

• Experience in RF, digital and analog circuitry

• Be familiar with EIA/TIA and MPS test methods

• Able to program products including flashing firmware updates, updating codeplugs and product features using internal software tools.

• Must be able to solder per company guidelines

• Must be able to assemble and debug prototype assemblies

• Must be able to execute formal software test-plans and take initiative in spotting subnormal radio behavior whether or not it is addressed in the test-plan

• Able to assist design engineers in component selection

• Familiar with Bill-of-Materials structures and Engineering Change notice processes

• All duties assigned by Supervisor

Requirements

Knowledge & Skills:

• Proficient with Oscilloscope, Communication Test Set, Signal Generator, Modulation Analyzer, Audio Analyzer, VOM and Spectrum Analyzer

• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office required

• Exceptional verbal and written English communication skills

• Good analytical skills

• Very detail-oriented, accurate and organized

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

• Able to work independently and as part of a team

• Confidentiality and time management

Qualifications:

• Education: ASEE or ASEET degree and/or equivalent experience


• Experience: minimum three years' experience as RF technician

Working Conditions & Physical Demands:

• Work typically takes place in a normal production environment requiring walking, kneeling, crouching, reaching, hearing and

o Handling - test equipment, large/small tool, radios, parts, keyboard manipulation

o Sitting - 8 hours per day

o Talking - communicate troubleshooting problems

o Vision - ability to focus on monitors, test equipment and work with the aid of a microscope

o Lifting - 0-40 pounds

• Operate a PC and other office equipment

• Travel between floors and office buildings may be required

• Environmental conditions: noise, vibration, oils, solvents, chemicals

BK Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, color, religious creed, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, and/or protected veteran status.

The Equal Opportunity Clause of 41 CFR 60-1.4 and the affirmative action clauses of 41 CFR 60-741.4 are hereby incorporated by reference as though fully set out herein.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a).