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Avionics Technician II

Protingent

Kent, WA

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Aerospace and Defense, Assembly Equipment, Avionics, Best Practices, Configuration Management, Customer Support/Service, Documentation, Electronics Assembly, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Hand Tools, High Voltage (HV), IPC Standards, Legal, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Manufacturing, Microsoft Office, Multiplatform/Cross-Platform, Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA), Propulsion, Radio Frequency, Soldering, Team Player, Test Equipment, Test Plan/Schedule, Testing, United States Citizen, Wheel/Front-End Loader, Wire Harness
LOCATION
Kent, WA
POSTED
7 days ago
Position Title: Avionics Technician II

Position Description: Protingent has an exciting contract opportunity for an Avionics Technician with our client in Kent, WA

Job Responsibilities:
  • Building different components and assemblies for all groups in all different environments (development, test and flight).
  • Assisting with assembly of new and updated designs by working directly with engineering to determine best practices for assembly.
  • Giving regular input on manufacturing improvement opportunities or build changes leading to more efficient assembly.
  • Serve both internal and external customers across multiple systems and multiple platforms; each Technician is a valued part of the chain that supports safe human spaceflight.
  • A focus on safety, collaborative teamwork, and quality allows us to work together to determine the best path forward, balancing speed and safety to create high-quality components that will propel future astronauts and payloads into space for the improvement of mankind.

Job Qualifications:
  • 3 or more years’ experience in Aerospace Avionics or related fields.
  • Familiarity working in an ESD EPA and with tool control/accountability processes.
  • Experience using standard electronics assembly tools, hand soldering and basic electronic test equipment (multimeters and power supplies).
  • Experience with applying torque to fasteners/components.
  • Fabricating, terminating, and repair/testing of wire harnesses.
  • Experience inspecting and certifying work performed to relevant standards and specifications.
  • Able to lift 50 lbs.
  • Ability to work a 40-hour work week (4x10’s) with occasional overtime to support launch schedules.
  • Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
  • Experience with application and removal of polymerics (staking, potting. Encapsulation and conformal coating).

Preferred Job Qualifications:
  • 5-7 years of experience in launch vehicle or propulsion system assembly fabrication, CCA or PCBA repair or component replacement. 
  • Experience with energized power/high voltage systems, battery systems or RF assemblies.
  • Certification in and/or knowledge of IPC standards for assembly and inspection.
  • J-STD/J-STD Space, 610, 7711/7721 Rework and 620/620 Space Addendum.
  • Experience and capability to interface with Microsoft Office Suite, electronic work orders and configuration management systems.
  • Experience with documenting non conformances and carrying out dispositioned repairs.

Job Details:
  • Job Type: Contract
  • Location: Kent, WA (Onsite)
  • Pay Rate: $40-$43/hr.
  • ITAR obligations are associated with this role, U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a) (1), (3) is required.

Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO) and an administered 401k plan.

About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.

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