DE Test & Instrumentation Engineer

Huntsville, AL, US • Posted 26 days ago • Updated 2 hours ago

Full Time

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Skills

Instrumentation
Electrical Wiring
Specification Gathering
DoD
Schematics
Multitasking
Technical Support
Mathematics
ESD
FOCUS
Antennas
Decision-making
RF
Testing
Security Clearance
System Integration Testing
SAP BASIS
Manufacturing
Power Tools
Electronic Troubleshooting
DMM
Budget
MOS
Electronics
Electrical Engineering
Aerospace
Programming Languages
Python
C
C++
Arduino
Cabling
Assembly
Training
Soldering
Embedded Systems
Quality Inspection
Technical Writing
OrCAD
AutoCAD
Circuit Design

Summary

Successful candidate will be quality-focused with experience designing, installing, testing, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical and electronic systems, including wiring harnesses, RF components, and radar systems, in accordance with technical specifications, engineering instructions, and DoD regulations. Candidate must have knowledge of how to read diagrams, blueprints, and schematics. Candidate must be a team player with the ability to multitask across several projects, including UAV platforms and aerospace applications.

Job Responsibilities:

Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards
Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors, including leading technical teams
Provide technical support and assistance solving technical problems, such as advanced troubleshooting using multimeters and LCR meters
Must be able to demonstrate accurate basic math skills
Performs a variety of tasks requiring knowledge of fabrication techniques, materials, tools, and equipment, including aerospace-grade connectors, backshells, contacts, and cable assemblies
Follows Electronic Static Discharge prevention (ESD) practices
Interprets and follows manufacturing orders, engineering drawings, and specifications
Operates shop-related machinery including torque wrenches, pneumatic tools, common hand tools, scales, and specialized equipment like Raspberry Pi for test stands
Supports and exhibits the focus of zero defects as well as "right-the-first-time" approach
Inspects finished products for conformance to specifications
May work from verbal instructions
Maintains a clean work area
Fabricates, assembles, installs, repairs, modifies, tests, operates, and troubleshoots electrical modules, components, wire harnesses, and RF/radar systems
Installs wires and electrical components into electrical assemblies per engineering drawings and specifications, including pin-outs, shielding, and grounding strategies
Tests and performs fault isolation of components, including antenna calibration and RF range testing
Strong decision-making abilities
Demonstrates proficiency at electronic assembly, soldering, crimping, splicing, harness fabrication, control panel building, and system-level power analysis
Develops and maintains test infrastructure, such as thrust test stands using load cells and embedded systems
Other duties may be assigned
May be required to work extended hours or weekends, as needed
Travel for extended duration as assigned

Required Experience:

At least 10 years of experience in related technical fields, such as electrical engineering, RF testing, radar systems maintenance, or aerospace electronics

Required Skills:

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical field
ship with the ability to obtain a clearance
Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time including standing, walking, bending, reaching, and working from elevated surfaces on a regular basis
Ability to work in office, production/manufacturing, and outside environments
Ability to perform and/or assist in all activities, including the use of hand and power tools, lifting heavy objects, and working with industrial chemicals and adhesives such as epoxy, glues, paints, and cleaners
Proficiency in electrical troubleshooting (e.g., DMM, LCR) and power budgeting

Desired Qualifications:

Honorable Discharge from Armed Forces from Technical MOS (e.g., radar systems technician)
Over 10 years of experience as an electronics or electrical engineer/technician in aerospace or defense
Software experience with programming languages such as Python, C/C++, and tools like Raspberry Pi, Arduino, or DAQ systems
Formal cable assembly training with certification or equivalent experience in UAV harness design and integration
Experience populating and soldering components on circuit boards, including embedded systems projects
Quality inspection experience, including validation of technical documentation
Familiarity with industry software such as OrCAD, AutoCAD, or similar circuit design

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled

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Dice Id: 10198410
Position Id: 4f85792b41c791a7f8b0a919cc9365d2
Posted 26 days ago

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