• Pay range for this position is $37.00 - $44.00/hr DOE, plus sign-on bonus if eligible.

Provide engineering technical services to plan, design, modify, install, interface, test, evaluate, repair and document the operation and performance of airborne test instrumentation, data acquisition systems, and ground support equipment. The position requires proficiency in both analog and digital electronic fundamentals, the theory of solid-state devices, digital logic and techniques, RF modulation techniques, and an understanding of electromechanical drive mechanisms.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, modify, install, interface, test, evaluate, repair, and document the operation and performance of airborne test instrumentation, data acquisition systems, and ground support equipment.
• Interpret and utilize electronic schematics, mechanical drawings, wire diagrams, block diagrams, and technical publications to build prototype electronic assemblies.
• Select and operate test equipment such as multi-meter, oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, signal generator, frequency meter, and logic probe to accomplish specific tasks such as checkout, calibration, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Fabricate cable harnesses, populate electronic assemblies, and perform soldering, crimping, and wire terminations to interface equipment to sensors, data acquisition units, and test equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, electronic, and integrated circuits to the component level.
• Upload and download instrumentation pods to/from aircraft.
• Perform hands-on electrical, instrumentation, and avionics maintenance on aircraft.

• Proficiency in analog and digital electronic fundamentals and the theory of solid-state devices.
• Advanced working knowledge of electronic schematics, mechanical drawings, wire diagrams, block diagrams, and technical publications.
• Experience with test equipment such as multi-meter, oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, signal generator, frequency meter, and logic probe.
• Proficiency in fabricating cable harnesses, soldering, crimping, and wire terminations.
• Working knowledge of thermocouples, temperature reference junctions, accelerometers, charge amplifiers, pressure transducers, strain gauges, piezoelectric transducers, flow meters, transmitters, and signal conditioners.
• Expert-level troubleshooting and repair of electrical, electronic, and integrated circuits to the component level.
• Ability to qualify for and maintain a Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship is required.

• Associates degree or higher from an accredited college or technical school with courses in math, basic electronics, and microwave theory or a military equivalent.
• ISCET certification may be required.
• Comprehensive knowledge in general electronics and demonstrated expertise in electronic, electro-mechanical, and computer systems.
• Experience with tubes, transistors, logic gates, and/or high-power RF devices may be required.
• At least 4 years of hands-on experience.
• Hands-on electrical, instrumentation, and avionics maintenance on aircraft highly desired.

Enjoy long-term work on familiar aircrafts, making the transition from military to civilian life easier. Retain your security clearance and become eligible for a sign-on bonus.

Work Environment

Work in a field environment, which includes shift work, overtime, and travel to remote locations. Expect frequent exposure to weather and temperature extremes, drafts, noise, and dust. Two shifts are available: 1st Shift (6/7am, 8+ hours, Mon-Fri) and 2nd Shift (2/3pm, 8+ hours, Mon-Fri). You will be working on the Flight Line and in the Back Shop, with Flight Line experience being a significant plus. There are opportunities in two groups: Bomber Mods with longer project lengths (6 months - 1 year) involving wire routing, LRU installs, and pre/post-flight work, and Fighter Jet Mods with a faster-paced environment and larger workload, involving more flights, pre/post-flight work, troubleshooting, and work on experimental equipment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of EDWARDS, California.

The pay range for this position is $72000.00 - $87000.00/yr.

401k, medical, dental , vision, and profit sharing. They will hire directly. They do direct hire and will have them start in Mojave but train in vegas for two weeks

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in EDWARDS,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 20, 2025.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.