Electronic Hardware Technician

Company Overview

For more than 60 years, Data Device Corporation (DDC) has been recognized as a world leader in the design and manufacture of high-reliability Connectivity, Power, and Control solutions for the Aerospace, Defense, and Space industries. Our dedication to supplying quality products, on-time delivery, and superior support, has contributed to the success of our customers and the critical missions they serve.

Great River Technology (GRT) located in Albuquerque, NM, a wholly owned subsidiary of Data Device Corporation, is a leader in high performance digital video and data development tools and services for the mil/aero industry. Since it’s founding in 1996, it has developed partnerships with leading commercial and military companies worldwide.

This position is 100% onsite at GRT in Albuquerque, NM.

Due to U.S. export control requirements, this position is open only to candidates who qualify as a “U.S. Person.” This generally includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents/green card holders, and certain protected individuals, including refugees and asylees.

Description

The Electronic Hardware Assembly Technician applies comprehensive technical knowledge to assemble, modify, install, troubleshoot or repair various electronic components for ground and airborne applications. The role requires a proactive, organized, and professional individual who can manage a variety of technical tasks and responsibilities, often in high-pressure and time-sensitive situations. The Technician receives guidance, as needed, from a supervisor or engineer.

Responsibilities

The responsibilities noted below are not all-inclusive, they are core responsibilities subject to change based on the needs of GRT.

Assembly and Test

• Ability to read and follow information on work instructions.

• Completion of second operations on populated electronic circuit boards.

• Execute additional assembly steps such as loading firmware.

• Execute final acceptance testing of product.

• Prepare finished products for shipment.

• Troubleshoots and repairs ground and airborne electronic equipment.

• Able to install Input / Output connectors, solder and removal of SMT devices.

Other

• Diagnoses, repairs or replaces electronic components as required.

• Maintains required records and forms in accordance with company and customer specifications.

• Can manage and work through competing priorities, often with little supervision.

• Collects data, conducts research, and compiles information relevant to engineering projects or other business objectives.

• Work with Engineering on card modifications during prototyping and product development.

• Work with environmental equipment to test products through temperature cycles and vibration testing.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• AS degree in Electronics Technology or other closely related field preferred, but not required.

• Soldering skills. IPC J-STD-001 and/or IPC-A-610 certification a plus, but not required.

• Experience inspecting, troubleshooting, and repairing electronic assemblies, circuits, and circuit boards.

• Experience assembling, installing, routing, terminating, soldering, and repairing electrical wiring harnesses or a variety of electrical components and equipment.

• Able to read and interpret schematics and drawings.

• Familiar with Quality Systems, Voltmeters, Oscilloscopes, and test equipment.

• Discerns colors and numbers.

• Works under limited supervision.

• Experience working in an engineering or manufacturing environment.

• Complies with ESD and other Quality standards.

• Proficient with MS Office Suite.

• Able to lift up to 25 pounds.

Join us as an Electronic Hardware Assembly Technician and become part of a team dedicated to advancing aerospace technology through meticulous craftsmanship and innovative engineering. We value your skills in creating reliable and rugged electronic systems that meet the highest industry standards!

Benefits:

• 401(k)

• Dental insurance

• Employee assistance program

• Flexible schedule

• Flexible spending account

• Health insurance

• Health savings account

• Life insurance

• On-the-job training

• Paid sick time

• Paid time off

• Parental leave

• Professional development assistance

• Retirement plan

• Tuition reimbursement

• Vision insurance

• and much more