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Duties and responsibilities: § Electrical assembly of small high precision instruments § Assembly Integration of Optical and Mechanical systems § High quality soldering of PCB § Downloading ...
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The ideal candidate combines deep technical knowledge of PCB manufacturing processes with strong leadership capability, particularly in mentoring early-career engineers and building structured ...
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Electronics Prototype & Test Equipment Technician with Security Clearance
Envisioneering, IncWashington, DC
$90K - $135K/yr
Other
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 27 days ago
Job description
This role involves fabricating, assembling, and testing PCB populated assemblies, custom cabling, and mechanical systems. You will collaborate directly with engineers to troubleshoot, validate, and integrate cutting-edge prototype hardware in lab, field, and flight test environments. SUMMARY DESCRIPTION: * Populate, assemble, and rework printed circuit boards (PCBs), including SMT and through‑hole components.
* Assemble, integrate, and test prototype electronic systems and subassemblies. * Interpret schematics, PCB fabrication drawings, wiring diagrams, and mechanical documentation. * Perform precision soldering, component reflow, hot‑air rework, and board‑level troubleshooting.
* Build and repair custom harnesses, cables, and electronic assemblies. * Operate standard electronic test equipment to validate and troubleshoot prototypes. * Assist engineers in developing test setups, procedures, and documentation for prototype systems.
* Support flight test operations as aircraft crew, operating instruments and systems in cramped environments for up to 4 hours. * Support environmental/functional testing, bench‑level validation, and field test events. * Maintain, inventory, and calibrate bench equipment and prototype hardware.
* Follow aviation, military, and engineering workmanship standards during assembly and installation activities. Job Requirements PHYSICAL DEMANDS: * Ability to lift/transport equipment up to 40-50 lbs. MINIMUM SKILLS/ QUALIFICATIONS: * DoD Secret Clearance that is active or was active within the 24 months prior to date of hire.
* Hands‑on experience with PCB population, soldering, rework, and electronic assembly. * Proficiency using electronic bench instruments such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, electronic loads, and logic analyzers. * Familiarity with debugging techniques at the component, board, and subsystem level.
* Ability to interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, PCB assembly documents, and mechanical drawings. * Experience constructing electronic wiring, harnesses, and cable assemblies. * Ability to pass an FAA crew flight physical and operate comfortably in small, cramped aircraft for extended durations.
* Ability to lift and transport equipment, typically up to 40-50 lbs. * Strong attention to detail, safety awareness, and disciplined documentation practices. PREFERRED EXPERIENCE & FAMILIARITY: Aviation, Military, and Workmanship Standards * Familiarity with AC 43.13 * Familiarity with FAA‑H‑8083‑30 * Familiarity with NAVAIR 01‑1A‑505 series Software Tools * Microsoft Visio * SOLIDWORKS Electrical * Altium Designer Electronics Test & Assembly Tools * Multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, electronic loads.
* Logic analyzers, function generators. * Hot‑air rework stations, soldering and desoldering tools. * PCB inspection equipment.
* Tools or software supporting signal capture and basic analysis. Other Desired Attributes * Experience working on aircraft avionics * Experience working on airborne Electronic Warfare systems and pods * Experience in prototype development labs, rapid‑prototyping environments, or test ranges. * Ability to work independently, adapt to changing technical requirements, and solve problems quickly.
* Strong teamwork and communication skills, particularly in mission‑critical or flight test environments. TRAVEL: Regular travel will be required for flight tests, range events, integration activities, and field evaluations. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION: None required SALARY RANGE: $90,000.00 - $135,000.00 BENEFITS: Envisioneering, Inc.
offers a stable work environment, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package including 401k (immediate vesting), Medical/Dental/Vision, FSA, Short Term, Long Term, AD&D and Life insurance, (employer paid), voluntary life, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Leave, Holidays and much more. AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT: You must pass a drug and pre-employment screening. U.S.
Citizenship Required. *A Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S.
Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.
Please confirm in your cover letter or resume. Envisioneering Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship and immigration status, age, disability or handicap, sex (including pregnancy), marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, hairstyle, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment. Envisioneering Inc. is committed to creating and maintaining a workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives.
About Envisioneering
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Industry
Guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing
Company size
51 - 200 Employees
Headquarters location
Alexandria, VA, US
Year founded
1993