Cable Technician B

MIT Lincoln Laboratory•Lexington, MA

6d•$33 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

The Fabrication Engineering Group provides rapid fabrication, assembly, integration, and testing of advanced hardware prototypes for national security applications. The Group seeks to hire a talented, creative, and motivated individual. The technician has a critical role in the fabrication process and ultimate delivery of the prototype systems through assembly of the electrical subcomponents. An individual who assists in laboratory or research work and operates experimental and technical equipment under the supervision of scientific personnel or technicians of higher grade. Must be able to work for periods of time without supervision. The technician contributes to the fabrication of many of the prototype systems with specific job functions as: Mechanical/electrical assembly of printed circuit board assemblies Assist in higher level technicians in assembling chassis, cable, and PCB assemblies Build wire harnessing of all configurations Solder and de-solder through hole and SMT components Cut, strip, crimp, solder, and terminate wire and connector with precision. Light to moderate lifting with a maximum 25 lbs Fiber splicing

Requirements

Graduation from a two-year technical school or its equivalent.
Ability to work in a team environment
Recognized self-motivator that seeks to continuously learn and challenge themselves
Computer literacy, proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word
An excitement for fabricating complex parts that enable program teams to develop prototype systems that demonstrate technology of national importance
Knowledge of electronic color code
Must pass required in-house training certifications
General knowledge of electronics including mechanical and electrical assembly of printed circuit board assemblies and wire bonding
Minimum of 3 years of experience in PCB assembly, rework, and repair, with proficiency in soldering and handling electronic components.
U.S. citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

Ability to read schematics, assembly drawings, and mechanical drawings is a preferred, but not required
A desire to develop advanced fabrication skills like wire bonding, flip chip technologies, direct die attach, selective soldering, fiber splicing

Responsibilities

Mechanical/electrical assembly of printed circuit board assemblies
Assist in higher level technicians in assembling chassis, cable, and PCB assemblies
Build wire harnessing of all configurations
Solder and de-solder through hole and SMT components
Cut, strip, crimp, solder, and terminate wire and connector with precision.
Fiber splicing