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Description

We are looking for an Electrical Engineer Technician who will provide hands-on support to engineering and technical teams throughout the prototype development lifecycle, including assembly, testing, documentation, and lab operations. This role assists in the preparation, fabrication, and validation of prototype systems, ensuring adherence to technical specifications, safety standards, and established procedures. The Electrical Engineer Technician supports testing activities by setting up equipment, collecting and recording data, and maintaining accurate documentation. Additionally, the Electrical Engineer Technician contributes to lab organization, inventory management, and coordination of materials and equipment to meet program timelines. Working under direct supervision, the Electrical Engineer Technician ensures efficient, high-quality execution of development and testing activities while gaining foundational technical experience.
Responsibilities

• Works closely with engineers to support prototype development lifecycle activities, including electrical design support, circuit integration, build, test, troubleshooting, and modification assistance;
• Uses Computer-Aided Design (CAD) tools and works with engineering specs and drawings;
• Assists with assembling prototype components, including basic electrical assemblies (e.g., wiring harnesses, connectors, PCB mounting), using hand tools and lab equipment while following schematics, wiring diagrams, and work instructions;
• Prepares materials, electronic components, parts, and tooling required for prototype builds, fabrication, and circuit integration activities;
• Organizes and stages electrical prototype components to support efficient build, integration, and test workflows;
• Assists in setting up electrical test configurations, including power supplies, oscilloscopes, multimeters, signal generators, and data systems;
• Supports wiring, cabling, and interconnect setup for prototype systems, ensuring proper routing, labeling, and adherence to electrical safety standards;
• Participates in prototype testing activities, including functional testing, continuity checks, and basic troubleshooting of electrical circuits;
• Records observations, voltage/current measurements, and test results to support engineering verification and validation efforts;
• Collects and logs electrical and system-level test data accurately for engineering analysis and reporting;
• Assists in identifying basic electrical faults such as loose connections, incorrect wiring, or component failures and escalates findings to lead engineer;
• Maintains cleanliness, organization, and safety of prototype lab and workspaces, including compliance with all handling procedures;
• Assists with routine inspection, calibration checks, and basic maintenance of electrical lab tools and test equipment to ensure operational readiness;
• Helps set up and tear down lab environments for electrical testing, demonstrations, or design reviews;
• Maintains accurate records of prototype builds, electrical configurations, modifications, and test results, including version tracking of hardware revisions;
• Assists in updating technical documentation, such as schematics, wiring diagrams, test procedures, and build instructions, as directed;
• Supports preparation of reports, data packages, and presentation materials for engineering reviews, including test summaries and configuration details;
• Assists with receiving, labeling, and organizing incoming electronic components, hardware, and lab equipment;
• Supports tracking of electrical prototype configurations and version control during development cycles;
• Helps prepare and package sensitive electronic equipment and assemblies for shipment between labs, test facilities, or customer locations, ensuring proper protection against transit damage;
• Coordinates with team members to ensure electrical components, tools, and test equipment are available to meet build and test schedules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or any related field of discipline is required; 
• Three (3) to Four (4) years of relevant experience in an engineering lab or other electrical environment, or an internship, vocational, or hands-on training experience is required;
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD-issued Secret Security Clearance;
• Experience using AutoCAD as well as the ability to read engineering specs and drawings is required;
• Experience using basic hand tools and equipment such as hand trucks, crowbars, carts, etc., is required;
• Ability to follow established procedures for handling classified or sensitive security protocols is required;
• Ability to follow technical instructions or schematics is required;
• Working knowledge of PC computer systems is preferred;
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Excel, and basic data entry skills are required.

About GBSI
Established in 1995, Global Business Solutions, LLC. offers customers a distinctive blend of information technology capabilities, education and training services, and information assurance solutions. Managed by a team of executive leaders experienced in the field of information technology and training services within the industry and government, GBSI prides itself on exceeding expectations. Our award-winning solutions give clients the support tools needed to successfully deliver in evolving environments with confidence.

GBSI is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard for race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. This Contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR-60-300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans, and requires affirmative action covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision:

GBSI will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with GBSI's legal duty to furnish information.

Drug Free Workplace:
We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.