Engineering Technician C

About the job

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