Engineering Technician

Special Aerospace Services • Huntsville, AL

38d • $29 - $34

About The Position

Aurex is seeking an experienced and hands-on Lead Electrical Technician / Production Manager to oversee PCB design, fabrication, assembly, and wire harness production for next-generation spacecraft, aircraft, and robotic systems. This leadership role combines advanced technical expertise in high-reliability electronics with production management responsibilities to ensure Class 3 quality standards are met throughout the manufacturing lifecycle.

Requirements

• Associates or Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electronics, or a related field with significant industry experience
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in high-reliability PCB design, fabrication, and assembly (aerospace/defense preferred)
• Proven expertise designing PCBs to IPC Class 3 standards using Altium Designer
• Extensive experience with multilayer boards, mixed signals, high current requirements, multiple grounds, DDR2, flex/rigid-flex, and controlled impedance stack-ups
• Strong circuit troubleshooting, soldering, and testing skills using oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, function generators, LCR meters, and thermal chambers.
• Demonstrated ability to perform DRCs, DFMs, root cause analysis, and peer reviews

Nice To Haves

• Certified IPC trainer or technician/trainer
• Experience developing manufacturing outputs and collaborating with fab shops on RFQ processes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and Altium Designer
• Background in AC/DC circuits, digital circuits, and solid-state fundamentals
• Leadership or supervisory experience in an electronics production environment

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, fabrication, assembly, and testing of Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) and wire harnesses to IPC Class 3 standards
• Develop and maintain assembly procedures, work instructions, and operating procedures for PCB and cable harness production
• Perform root cause analysis and investigations to identify issues and implement corrective solutions
• Build, rework, repair, and inspect Printed Wiring Assemblies, RMAs, cable harnesses, high-level assemblies, and subassemblies to IPC Class 3 standards
• Integrate subassemblies and high-level assemblies while maintaining IPC Class 3 compliance
• Oversee manufacturing output generation including BOMs, FAB drawings, Gerber layers, ODB++, NC drill, Step files, and 3D PDFs
• Collaborate with fabrication houses on DFM reviews, send RFQs, and present options to program managers and stakeholders
• Conduct peer reviews of PCB designs, attend schematic and layout reviews, and provide technical feedback
• Manage production workflows, ensure manufacturability under tight constraints, and coordinate with document control for proper release
• Supervise and train technicians in soldering, troubleshooting, inspection, and testing processes
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including mechanical engineers, thermal engineers, and project managers to establish proper interfaces

Benefits

• The opportunity to work on cutting-edge spacecraft, aircraft and robotics systems with real-world impact.
• A collaborative and fast-paced work environment with passionate engineers and technicians.
• Continuous learning and growth opportunities
• We offer a comprehensive total rewards approach to compensation, providing incentives and benefits that extend far beyond the base salary.
• We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support our employees' health, well-being, and professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree