Sr Engineering Technician

Engineering

Sr Engineering Technician Clearwater, FL Posted: 4/29/2025

Job Description

Job ID#:

211102

Job Category:

Engineering

Position Type:

Associate - W2

Shift:

2

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Sr Engineering Technician, in Clearwater, FL. Job ID#211102

Job Description:

Performs hands-on diverse technical tasks related to testing of advanced electronics assemblies for space and defense applications. This position supports testing, troubleshooting and fault isolation of these assemblies by performing well defined development tests, system integration, and formal acceptance tests, which includes environmental testing. Pro-activeness, good communication skills, and discipline are essential for this position.

This job entails dynamic, thermal, and functional testing. It includes the ability to set-up, program, and operate special test equipment to perform Acceptance Test Procedures. It also requires lifting and handling fixtures as well as the ability to handle and manipulate delicate circuit card assemblies.

Must be able to keep detailed test logs, follow detailed test procedures without error and provide daily pass-along shift information (both verbal and written documentation).

Execute on cleanliness/standardization, Safety, equipment/lab maintenance and Operating System tasks on a daily basis. Must demonstrate commitment to continuous improvement.

Daily interaction with both test technicians and engineers. Communication and Teamwork skills are extremely important.

Required Qualifications:

• Associates, technical degree, or equivalent military training/experience

• Due to Government regulations, U.S. Citizenship is required.

Additional Qualifications:

• Prior Military service a plus.

• Experience with digital circuits and Guidance/Navigation Electronics systems a plus.

• Environmental test experience is a plus.

• Experience with General Purpose Test Equipment (i.e. Oscilloscope, function generator, power supplies, DMM, logic analyzer, etc).

• Attention to detail is a must. Ability to follow step-by-step procedures and follow precise instructions.

• Ability, flexibility and willingness to work different shifts, flex shifts and alternate work weeks including overtime and weekends on a long-term daily basis as business needs require.

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in an electronics discipline.

• Ability to read schematics, follow procedures, and apply computer skills and technical knowledge to competently troubleshoot and resolve technical problems.

• Capable of generating clear and precise technical documentation for the preparation of event records, engineering orders, and data book entries.

Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.

Job Requirements

Minimum Security Clearance:

No Clearance

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

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• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled