Job Title:  Electronic Technician I

Overview:

This individual will assemble and test basic RF measurement and motion control systems. The individual will participate in preparing product compliance documentation.  This position includes working with the company’s System and Manufacturing engineers to troubleshoot integrated controls and RF systems.  Additionally, this employee will provide input to the creation and maintenance of work instructions. Previous RF experience is a requirement. Complex mechanical assembly skills are a requirement.

Responsibilities:

• Assemble and test a variety of products and systems.
• Test components and assemblies using ATE and handheld equipment and tools.
• Follow procedures for testing, calibration and verification of standard products, in cooperation with System Engineers as required.
• Diagnose and repair basic electronics assemblies, components, and boards.
• Ensure accurate documentation and measurement records of product parameters and process control performance.
• Assemble and test wire harnesses, cables, subassemblies.
• Some mechanical assembly required.
• Assist and train other Electronic Technicians, when required, in assembly, troubleshooting, and repairing standard products.
• Reads and interprets engineering drawings and reworks parts to incorporate engineering changes
• Assembles and installs various electrical or electronic components where operation and sequence are specified by schematics, blueprints, wire lists, diagrams, verbal instructions, or established operations practices
• Uses a wide variety of specialized hand tools such as solder irons, wire strippers, crimpers, wrenches, screwdrivers, and pliers
• May set up and operate automatic and semiautomatic assembly equipment; ability to set up fixtures, operate assembly equipment
• May perform mechanical assembly of a medium complexity item; perform mechanical troubleshooting or adjustments to meet mechanical performance specifications or tolerances
• May perform soldering rework of either SMT or thru hole

Required Skills:     

• Knowledge in electronics; analog, power, digital
• Analytical reasoning and problem solving.
• Experience in following test instructions and procedures.
• Assembly and repair of through-hole and surface mount circuit boards

• Working knowledge of the use of electronics assembly tools, wiring and electrical assembly tools, wiring and electrical assembly tools

• Good communication skills written, spoken and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance.
• Ability to travel up to 5%.

Desirable skills:

• Knowledge of ISO 9000 Quality processes a plus
• Experience in RF/microwave component testing and characterization is a plus.

Experience Level:  2+ years of experience in assembly and test of electronic products, systems, modules and test equipment

Education Level:    Technician Certificate or equivalent experience (Required)   

NSI-MI Technologies is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.