Engineering Technician (Intern)

Part-Time, Flexible Schedule

SUMMARY:

This part-time Engineering Technician intern position offers an excellent opportunity for hands-on experience in a cutting-edge engineering environment. Will be responsible for troubleshooting electronics, soldering, performing electrical testing, and setting up lab equipment.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lab Setup

• Adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines while working in the lab environment. Report any safety hazards or concerns to the appropriate personnel.
• Assist in setting up and configuring various lab equipment such as power supplies, signal generators, and automated test equipment.

Collaboration

• Collaborate with the Engineering and Production Departments for product reliability and achievement of objectives and deadlines.
• Keep management and engineers informed of problems, discrepancies, and feedback on possible product or process improvements that are encountered.
• Maintain accurate, detailed records and documentation, of all activities performed, including: test results, data, equipment settings, and any issues encountered during testing or setup.

Testing, Troubleshooting, & Repair

• Maintain and adhere to established test procedures.
• Performs a variety of tests including: manual tests, automated tests, and environmental tests, from the component level to the top system level, per established test procedures or engineering direction.
• Conduct electrical tests on prototypes and products using a variety of standard testing equipment such as: multimeters, oscilloscopes, function generators, etc.
• With supervision, operate HALT/HASS chambers to simulate environmental conditions for product testing (temperature, vibration, pressure, etc.)
• Assist engineers in troubleshooting and repair of issues with prototypes, lab equipment, and modules.
• Test and repair customer boards and equipment according to established procedures, as needed.
• Perform soldering tasks according to specifications provided by engineers. This includes surface-mount and through-hole soldering techniques.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Basic understanding of safety protocols in a lab environment.
• Aptitude and experience in electronics, soldering, electrical test equipment, and electrical testing.
• Aptitude or willingness to learn Electronics Lab equipment, setup, and tools.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and work independently.
• Familiarity or willingness to learn IPC-A-610 Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies, or J-STD-001 “Requirements for Soldered Electrical and Electronic Assemblies”.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Enrolled in or completed an Associate's Degree program or technical school certification, preferably in electronics, electrical engineering technology, electrical testing, or a related field.
• Minimum 1 years experience in the test, troubleshooting and repair of digital, analog and RF circuits to the component level.
• Knowledge of RF circuit theory preferred.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to pass a U.S. government background check investigation.
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position.
• Lifting of heavy test equipment and systems up to 30lbs individually.
• Appropriate manual dexterity needed to work with variety of precision hand and power tools.
• Vision correctable to 20-20, vision must not be impacted by Color Blindness or Color Vision Deficiency (CVD).
• Demonstrable ability to read color codes of resistors, wires, and specification drawings, engineering schematics, blueprints, diagrams, and assembly drawings.
• For successful performance of this job, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the general knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Equal Opportunity Employer: Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability, M/F/D/V. Drug-free work environment. Indra participates in E-Verify.

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