Electronic Hardware Assembly Technician

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.