Data & Control Systems Technician (Facilities) - Level 4/5

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DATA & CONTROL SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN (FACILITIES) - LEVEL 4/5

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Install connectors, connector pins, terminals, cables, cable assemblies and lugs
• Install and modify electrical conveyances, including but not limited to conduit and cable tray
• Build intricate and complex cable assemblies using Mil-C connectors and contacts
• Build and terminate AC power equipment up to 480VAC
• Build, terminate, troubleshoot, and maintain PLC-based manufacturing hardware
• Write, create, and organize work planning documents and instructions
• Fabricate support structures, enclosures, and conveyances for electrical distribution equipment
• Troubleshoot AC power distribution equipment up to 480VAC
• Perform continuity checks, locate and correct wiring errors using measuring instruments such as ohmmeters and voltage calibrators
• Collaborate with engineers to troubleshoot failures
• Generate purchase orders from vendor quotes
  
  

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 6 years of professional experience working with industrial controls or instrumentation in a manufacturing or production environment
  
  

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Associate degree or profession certificate in industrial controls or electrical engineering
• Experience with PLC and DAQ programming
• Experience with NI Max, Step 7, Studio 5000
• Experience with ISO 9000, IPC-620, and ICP-610 standards
• Quality inspection experience with harnessing and cables
• Understanding of basic direct current electrical theory
• Experience helping to develop and document procedures
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Ability to design and fabricate simple electrical circuits
• Proficient with use of power tools (e.g. hand drills, grinders, band saws, vacuums, and impact drivers)
• Proficient with use of hand tools (e.g. wire strippers, screw drivers, brooms, flush cuts, and wrenches)
  
  

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral
• Ability work the following shift: Monday - Friday 6:00am - 4:30pm
• General physical fitness is required for some work areas, hardware typically is built in tight quarters and physical dexterity is required
• Ability to lift objects up to 25 lbs. unassisted
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to work at elevated heights
• Ability to work in extreme environments - heat, cold, rain, fumes, odors, and noise
• Willing to work extended hours and weekends, as needed
  
  

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

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