REAL TIME CONSULTING (An RTCo Company)—POSITION DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE: Sr Engineering Technician
ABOUT THE JOB: Performs hands-on diverse technical tasks related to testing 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 SKILLS:
Associates, technical degree, or equivalent military training/experience
4+ years’ experience in an electronics discipline
Experience with General Purpose Test Equipment (i.e. Oscilloscope, function generator, power supplies, DMM, logic analyzer, etc)
Understanding of electronic theory and application to testing
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.
Attention to detail
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
PREFERRED SKILLS:
Prior Military service (Air Force or Navy)
Experience with digital circuits and Guidance/Navigation Electronics systems
Environmental test experience
ABOUT THE COMPANY:
Real Time Consulting (RTC) exists to partner outstanding engineering talent to support our clients’ success. Unsurpassed service is delivered to our clients by upholding responsibility, teamwork and quality. Our primary commitment is to help our clients. Since 1997, RTC has been protecting and enhancing lives with safe, reliable, innovative solutions, providing full life-cycle design, development and testing of EMBEDDED ENGINEERING SYSTEMS and SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS with Program Management and Consulting Services. Our employees average 20+ years of versatile and accomplished expertise to our clients, driving continuous innovation forward. Employee’s innovative and analytical ideas are cultivated while maintaining the big picture vision in a fast-paced, changing environment. Our corporate values are to Uphold Responsibility, Support People, Promote Teamwork and Deliver Quality!
This position may require exposure to software, source code or technology that is subject to US export control laws and regulations (i.e., International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations). To comply with these requirements, you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Departments of State or Commerce, as applicable. RTCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with RTCo is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
To qualify for all positions with Real Time Companies, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and should not require now, or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status. Please be aware that Real Time Companies does not sponsor employment-based visas. Additionally, certain positions with Real Time Companies that involve work with government entities may have more restrictive employment status requirements, such as U.S. citizenship, based on security clearance requirements or other governmental requirements. Real Time Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V