Engineering Technician - Electrical

This is an onsite position. Offsite travel related to training/ customer events may be required.

As an Engineering Technician, you'll play a key role in supporting R&D projects and collaborating with cross-functional portfolio teams. You'll be involved in the end-to-end development of hardware prototypes, contributing to the design and assembly of PCB, mechanical components, and software scripts. Your work will include conducting tests and experiments that drive development toward manufacturing readiness, while maintaining thorough documentation and process records to track test data and results.

This is a dynamic, fast-paced environment where collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. You'll have opportunities to explore a variety of projects and engage with a talented team of engineers to share knowledge and expertise.

• Troubleshoot electronic systems to identify and resolve issues
• Diagnose and repair circuit boards
• Solder PCBs with Surface-Mounted Components (SMCs)
• Test circuit boards using oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, spectrum analyzers, and other test equipment
• Perform SMT (Surface-Mount Technology) soldering on circuit boards
• Solder wire harnesses and make cables based on minimal documentation
• Modify circuit boards using wire jumpers and PCB trace modifications
• Support 5S and Lean processes to maintain a clean and efficient work environment
• Document test procedures and data for repeatability and consistency
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely completion of testing and projects
• Assist in the construction of testing platforms and event setups
• Review and interpret PCB layouts for accurate implementation
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Regular and reliable attendance on a full-time basis
• Professional behavior with internal and external business associates in line with company policies
• Align daily actions with department goals and company culture

• Solid knowledge of Electrical SMT and Software
• Knowledge of Analog, Digital, and Power circuits
• Ability to understand schematics, assembly drawings, and PCB layout
• Understanding of electrical equipment (O-Scopes, DMM)
• Knowledge of SMT Soldering (Micro-soldering)
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Ability to work well in a team and collaborate with other teams
• Able to work with supervision
• Ability to multi-task and work on multiple projects in a fast-paced environment; able to support project tasks, scope change, and schedules to keep technical projects on-track
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Preferred knowledge in Altium PCB layout software and understanding electrical motors
  ; J-Standard

• Associate degree in engineering or technical field preferred

• 3-5 years of experience as an engineering technician or other relevant technical field
• Equivalent documented work experience in lieu of degree may be acceptable
• Experience with troubleshooting PCBs and electrical systems

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties the employee is frequently required to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive movements of wrists, hands, and/or fingers.

For the purpose of this summary, occasionally is used to represent up to 1/3 of the time given to the workday, frequently represents 1/3 to 2/3 of the time and constantly represents 2/3 or more of the time.

• Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required.

AEVEX, headquartered in Solana Beach, California, supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The company capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test…