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SwRI Structural Geology & Geomechanics
San Antonio, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 11/20/2025
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LEAD ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST - PRINCIPAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST - Aerospace/Avionics Production Focal

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Who We Are

Tactical Aerospace is a prime supplier for aerospace and avionic quality technology on new and legacy defense systems. We design and build complex electronic systems, provide test systems, maintain/provide field support, and create Neuromorphic Computing AI.

Objectives Of This Role

  • Lead and coordinate technicians and work with Management, Program Management, and engineers in the production of LRU's and test systems.
  • Analyze/ set up/lay out production flows for complex electronic LRU's and lead/coordinate the production of complex electronic LRU's/systems/sub-systems/test equipment.
  • Tasks will also include testing, trouble shooting and reworking PCBA's.
  • Coordinate with suppliers and manage the supply chain.

Daily And Monthly Responsibilities

  • Lead production, rework, assembly, and test of complex electronic systems/LRU's/ PCBA's.
  • Coordinate with suppliers and manage parts/components as necessary.
  • Perform assembly and test tasks.
  • Perform PCBA component soldering to IPC standards, trouble shoot circuits/PCBA's, work with suppliers as necessary.
  • Manage all parts, assemblies, components for the department.
  • Obtain quotes and create P.O.'s.
  • Lay out production flows and lead the technicians to meet production schedule and budgets.

Requirements

  • Requires a Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Applied Technology or 25 years of continued education/certifications and work experience in lieu of a degree.
  • Shift work required
  • 10 years: Experience in assembly and test of Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBA's). Shown ability to trouble shoot PCBA failures.
  • Soldering to IPC Standards.
  • Leading others and PCBA production experience. ERP/MRB knowledge. Ability to coordinate with vendors.
  • Experience with lab test equipment (power supplies, DMM, oscilloscopes, etc).
  • A valid/clear driver's license is required.

Special Requirements

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen.

Job Locations: San Antonio, Texas

For more information about this division, visit the Defense & Intelligence Solutions home page.

For benefits information at our San Antonio location, click here.

For benefits information at all other locations, click here.

An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, and veteran status.

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