Engineering Technician C
Melbourne, Florida
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Job Title: Engineering Technician C
Job Code: 46217
Job Location: Melbourne, FL
Job Schedule: 4/10 MON
Job Description:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Engineering Technician C to support engineering, assembly, and production activities in a hands-on technical environment. The ideal candidate will have experience with soldering, electronic and mechanical assembly, and familiarity with IPC-A-610 and IPC/WHMA-A-620 cable assembly workmanship standards. Experience with testing, troubleshooting, and RF-related work is preferred. This position is well suited for someone who is eager to learn, works well in a team environment, and takes pride in producing high-quality work.
Essential Functions:
- Perform hand soldering of electronic components, wiring, and assemblies in accordance with established workmanship standards
- Assemble electronic and mechanical components, subassemblies, final assemblies, and cable assemblies using work instructions, engineering drawings, schematics, and bills of material
- Inspect completed work to ensure compliance with quality standards, including IPC-A-610 and IPC/WHMA-A-620 cable assembly requirements
- Support prototype, development, and production builds
- Assist with testing, troubleshooting, validation, and rework of assemblies as needed
- Support engineers and senior technicians with build activities, issue resolution, and process improvements
- Participate in RF-related assembly, test, or troubleshooting activities, when applicable
- Maintain accurate records of work completed, test results, and any identified issues
- Follow safety procedures, quality requirements, and company policies
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
- Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent with a minimum of 6 years of prior relevant experience, or 2 years post-secondary education/associate’s degree with a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience
Preferred Additional Skills:
- Experience with electrical, functional, or environmental testing; troubleshooting and rework of assemblies; and prototype or low-rate production builds
- RF assembly, RF test, or RF troubleshooting experience preferred
- IPC certification or formal IPC training preferred
- Familiarity with common lab and test equipment, including multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, continuity testers, and basic RF test equipment
- Strong attention to detail, commitment to quality and workmanship, adaptability, willingness to learn, good problem-solving skills, and a dependable, safety-conscious work ethic
- Hands-on experience with soldering and electronic/mechanical assembly
- Familiarity with IPC-A-610 and IPC/WHMA-A-620 cable assembly standards
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, assembly instructions, and bills of material
- Strong attention to detail and good manual dexterity
- Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
- Strong work ethic and willingness to learn new tools, processes, and test methods
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