LEAD ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST - PRINCIPAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST - Aerospace/Avionics Production Focal

Southwest Research Institute • San Antonio, TX

38d • Onsite

About The Position

Tactical Aerospace is a prime supplier for aerospace and avionic quality technology on new and legacy defense systems. We design and build complex electronic systems, provide test systems, maintain/provide field support, and create Neuromorphic Computing AI. Objectives of this Role: Lead and coordinate technicians and work with Management, Program Management, and engineers in the production of LRU's and test systems. Analyze/ set up/lay out production flows for complex electronic LRU's and lead/coordinate the production of complex electronic LRU's/systems/sub-systems/test equipment. Tasks will also include testing, trouble shooting and reworking PCBA's. Coordinate with suppliers and manage the supply chain.

Requirements

• Requires a Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Applied Technology or 25 years of continued education/certifications and work experience in lieu of a degree.
• Shift work required
• 10+ years: Experience in assembly and test of Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBA's). Shown ability to trouble shoot PCBA failures.
• Soldering to IPC Standards.
• Leading others and PCBA production experience. ERP/MRB knowledge. Ability to coordinate with vendors.
• Experience with lab test equipment (power supplies, DMM, oscilloscopes, etc).
• A valid/clear driver's license is required.
• Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

• Lead production, rework, assembly, and test of complex electronic systems/LRU's/ PCBA's.
• Coordinate with suppliers and manage parts/components as necessary.
• Perform assembly and test tasks.
• Perform PCBA component soldering to IPC standards, trouble shoot circuits/PCBA's, work with suppliers as necessary.
• Manage all parts, assemblies, components for the department.
• Obtain quotes and create P.O.'s.
• Lay out production flows and lead the technicians to meet production schedule and budgets.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees