Engineering Technician

The Opportunity:

We are seeing a hands-on and detail-oriented Engineering Technician to support our multidisciplinary engineering team. The Engineering Technician will be responsible for executing a wide range of electrical and mechanical technician tasks, as well as maintaining and sustaining our engineering lab environment. The candidate is expected to collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensure compliance with internal and external standards and regulations, and ensure the timely completion of assigned tasks. The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic R&D or product development setting and enjoys solving practical engineering challenges.

Our Technology:

We're the world leader in Resilient Positioning, Navigation and Timing (R-PNT) solutions that improve the reliability, performance, and safety of critical high-risk operations, even in GPS/GNSS denied environments. We provide virtually fail-safe GNSS and PNT solutions for military and commercial applications worldwide. We do pretty remarkable things!

How I will Contribute:

• Assist in building, testing, and troubleshooting electronic assemblies, circuits, and wiring harnesses.
• Perform soldering and rework (including SMT and through-hole), crimping, and connector assembly.
• Support prototype development and bring-up of electronic systems
• Operate test equipment (oscilloscopes, power supplies, multimeters, logic analyzers, etc.) to validate functionality.
• Assembly and document mechanical prototypes, test fixtures, cables, and enclosures using hand tools and mechanical drawings
• Perform fit-checks, measurements, and mechanical modifications as needed.
• Assist engineers in the setup and execution of mechanical (vibe/shock/temperature tests, etc) and electrical tests (lab bench equipment)
• Support basic fabrication, 3D printing, or machining tasks as applicable
• Maintain organization, cleanliness, and safety within the engineering lab.
• Manage inventory of lab supplies, components, and tools; reorder materials as needed
• Calibrate and maintain lab test equipment in coordinate with quality and engineering teams.
• Enforce ESD-safe practices and lab safety protocol
• Run 3D printer(s) to support rapid prototype development and engineering fixturing
• Perform product level verification testing in support of engineering, sustaining, quality and production as needed.
• Support transition of new products, test equipment, fixtures from design to production
• Support testing in qualification of new products, with off-site testing if needed
• Basic knowledge of CAD tools (3D modeling and/or viewing)
• Ability to work individually and in a team environment
• Produce quality work in a timely manner

• Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering technology, or related field; or equivalent hands-on experience.
• 2+ years of technician-level in an engineering or lab environment.
• Ability to read and understand mechanical drawings and electrical schematics
• Minimum 5 years' soldering experience with printed circuit boards preferred
• IPC-610 & J-STD-001 Certification (nice to have, not required)
• Experience with hand tools, lab instrumentation, and mechanical/electrical assembly practices
• Familiar with test equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, etc.
• Strong attention to detail, documentation habits, and ability to follow test plans or schematics
• Self-motivated and proactive individual.
• Willing to consult the opinion of others and negotiate consensus where necessary.
• Experience with suite of Microsoft products.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and suppliers
• The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
• The ability to remain poised under all circumstances, and to interact effectively with people in a positive manner that engenders confidence and trust.
• Ability to reason logically and make sound decisions, to consider alternative and diverse perspectives, to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to interact appropriately with a variety of individuals including customers/clients.

• Annual Bonus Opportunity
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Time Off
• 401k Retirement Program with Employer Match
• Gym Membership Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Career Development
• Flexible working arrangements
• Excellent culture