Electrical Technical Support

CACI International•Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

About The Position

Operating pick-and-place machines, performing quality control, and documenting all work completed. Apply techniques of RF test and characterization of components and circuits Immersion and growth in aspects of manufacturing processes and test methods. Support engineers in the assembly & testing of electronic devices. Be responsible for assembling, soldering, testing, and troubleshooting electronic components and RF devices

Requirements

Knowledge or experience with analog or digital RF circuits.
Experience in the use of RF test equipment like network and spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, mixed signal generators, Power meters.
Able to design, fabricate, and perform PCB assembly of surface mount and through-hole components, modify, and assemble mechanical enclosures.
Experience operating pick-and-place machinery and basic surface mount technology (SMT) production equipment.
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and documentation/reporting tools. (Outlook, Excel, Word, Power-point)
Technical diploma or associate degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related field preferred.
Ability to read and interpret schematics, assembly drawings, and wiring diagrams.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of various modulation formats in communication
Altium Designer experience.
IPC soldering certification (e.g., IPC-610, J-STD-001).
Experience with design and integration of electronics on (UAS) Unmanned Aerial Systems, RCIED, or Water born IEDs.

Responsibilities

Solder a wide range of electronic components including through-hole, SMT, and fine-pitch packages including 0603, 0402, SOT-323, QFP, etc.
Perform functional and RF testing on completed assemblies and devices using spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, oscilloscopes, signal generators, and other diagnostic equipment.
Rework and repair solder joints on densely populated PCBs using hand tools and soldering stations.
Assemble PCBs into complex modules
Build cable and chassis assemblies
Complete final assembly of products
Build prototypes for Engineering using schematics
Operate and maintain pick-and-place machines to populate PCBs with components according to design specifications.
Inspect populated boards for placement accuracy, solder quality, and overall assembly integrity.
Keep Manufacturing consumables stocked, communicate stock levels and requirements to Purchasing team
Work closely with design and test engineers to interpret schematics, assembly drawings, and bills of materials.
Able to Troubleshoot circuits and perform repairs as necessary.
Perform all functional duties independently.