R&D Engineering Technician

Why join the General Micro Systems team?

Since its inception in 1979, General Micro Systems has been a leader in the embedded computing market, becoming the oldest supplier of embedded computers in the world. We are proud to be able to outpace the market with innovations and products that continue to leave their mark on the industry. GMS strives to provide customers with the solutions they need - at the lowest possible price without compromising quality or customer service The expertise of our GMS team and our commitment to utilizing modern technologies in product development have resulted in media recognition for our innovations and more ‘Product of the Year’ awards than all our competitors combined.

We pride ourselves on an inclusive work environment where employees respect and support each other, and employee growth and development are supported by management.

What we offer:

Well Being:

Benefits offered:

Growth:

Paid Time Off provided annually:

• 1 – 3 weeks of accrued vacation based on length of employment
• 56 hours of sick leave
• Up to 3 Floating Holidays for personal observances
• 10 Company observed Holidays

Anthem HMO and PPO

Medical Plan options

To further your development in your position, GMS provides 50% tuition reimbursement* following the successful completion of approved courses. (* requirements apply)

Anthem HMO and PPO

Dental Plans options

Anthem Vision Plan

Company paid employee.

Life Insurance

GMS seeks to provide our employees with growth and advancement, and we encourage promotion from within

Supplemental Benefits –

optional Life Insurance,

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Monday – Friday

 standard work week

401K plan

Summary

Under the direction of the VP of R&D Engineering, plan, initiate, and manage engineering prototype electronics and system test, verification and qualification; manage and guide the work of test and rework technicians, mechanical assemblers, and external test technicians from contract facilities. Plan test and verification stages and assess results for each stage. Monitor progress to ensure deadlines are met. Conduct a variety of electronic, mechanical, and electromechanical tests on electronic systems, subassemblies, and parts to ensure unit functions according to specifications or to determine the cause for unit failure to the component level.

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage the inventory and logistics for multiple prototype system test and verification programs and support transfer of products from engineering to production.
• Manage the status of test, verification, and qualification, and inform management of any issues or deviations.
• Under the direction of the VP of R&D Engineering, develop and update test, verification, and qualification plans for engineering projects
• Utilize various equipment to perform engineering tests on new product designs to assure the product meets design specifications and objectives.
• Write and modify test procedures.
• Debug hardware to component level
• Provide product support to customers and vendors via verbal or digital communication and personal interaction.
• Read test schedules, work orders, test manuals, performance specifications, wiring diagrams, and schematics to determine testing procedures and equipment to be used. 
• Test the functional performance of systems, subassemblies, and parts under specified environmental conditions such as temperature change and vibration using diagnostic tests.
• Confer with project personnel to identify and resolve problems.
• Present and explain reports, or findings to VP of R&D Engineering
• Prepare engineering test, verification, and environmental test plans for engineering teams.
• Perform risk assessments to develop response strategies and provide feedback to VP of R&D Engineering
• Monitor the progress of project team members, providing and documenting progress feedback to the VP of R&D Engineering
• Lifts and moves equipment and materials by hand.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, or equivalent years of experience in Electronics Design Support
• MUST have experience in Soldering and reworking PCB boards, IPC/EIA-J-STD-001 certification.
• Experience in testing and troubleshooting electronics to a component level including microprocessors and digital circuitry.
• 2-5 years of successfully managing engineering projects and teams preferred.
• Experience with full life cycle development from proof of concept through manufacturing, including digital and analog hardware design, implementation, test and documentation is required
• Familiar with electrical engineering computer-aided design software
• Familiar with computer software functionality such as BIOS, EEPROM, programmable devices, etc.  Basic familiarity with operating systems (Windows, DOS)
• Experience with soldering of SMT devices (required)
• Experience with fabricating cabling (required)
• Experience with regulatory compliance and environmental testing (preferred)
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and scheduling software

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be detail-oriented and balance multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Must possess the ability to successfully plan, prioritize and organize work activities and adhere to strict deadlines follow instructions, procedures, and policies; identify and solve problems.
• Must be conscientious about assignments and complete work in a timely, accurate and thorough manner.
• Require minimal supervision to successfully complete tasks and assignments.
• Must demonstrate initiative and ownership of assignments/projects.
• Must report to work at the scheduled time and maintain satisfactory attendance with limited unscheduled absences.
• Must exhibit a professional appearance and behavior and maintain satisfactory performance consistent with expectations of the position and GMS policies.
• Requires excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing with executives, colleagues, and individuals, internal or external
• Must possess strong interpersonal skills, able to effectively interact with all levels of employees and management.
• Must remain poised, professional, and diplomatic under pressure.
• Strong computer skills with a working knowledge of programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
• Must possess the ability and desire to encourage and facilitate a positive and productive work environment for all employees.
• Must be able to lift and move equipment and material by hand.
• Must be able to work on-site the standard 8 AM-5 PM, Monday – Friday schedule and additional hours as necessary.
• Limited travel is required.

Physical Requirements

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 of this job, the employee is regularly required to: sit, talk, hear, stand, walk, twist, bend, stoop, reach above shoulder level, and lift up to 30 lbs. with hands and arms, use hands to finger, handle, feel or type and utilize a telephone, copier, printer, computer, calculator, mouse, keyboard and monitor to perform daily duties. The employee regularly engages in personal interaction with company personnel. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus and utilize a computer monitor under fluorescent lighting and/or daylight where applicable.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee will work on the manufacturing floor under fluorescent lighting.
• Employees will use manual inspection tools to perform duties such as a microscope.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk up and down one flight of stairs.
• While performing duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to the risk of electrical shock.

Must be a US Citizen, Permanent US Resident, or currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis without current or future employment sponsorship.

General Micro Systems, Inc. (GMS) is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and drug-free workplace.

Post-offer applicants must pass a drug screen, and if required, a background investigation and /or must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance.

General Micro Systems, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: GMS is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at GMS are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. GMS will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. GMS encourages applicants of all ages.