Description
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.
Proficient in analog and digital electronic fundamentals, the theory of solid-state devices, digital logic and techniques, RF modulation techniques and understanding of electromechanical drive mechanisms.
Advanced working knowledge of electronic schematics, mechanical drawings, wire diagrams, block diagrams and technical publications to build prototype electronic assemblies.
Proficient in the selection and operation of test equipment such as multi-meter, O-scope, spectrum analyzer, signal generator, frequency meter, logic probe to accomplish specific tasks such as checkout, calibration, troubleshooting and repair.
Proficient in fabricating cables harnesses, populating electronic assemblies, soldering, crimping, and wire terminations to interface equipment to sensors, data acquisition units and test equipment.
Working knowledge of thermocouples, temperature reference juctions, accelerometers, charge amplifiers, pressure transducers, strain gages, piezoelectric transducers, flow meters, transmitters and signal conditioners.
Proficient at troubleshooting and repair of electrical, electronic and integrated circuits to the component level.
Upload and download instrumentation pods to/from aircraft.
Hands-on electrical, instrumentation, and avionics maintenance on aircraft highly desired.
Skills
secret clearance, instrumentation, avionics, electrical, wiring, mulit-meter, calibration, rf transmiters, Fiber Optic
Top Skills Details
secret clearance, instrumentation, avionics, electrical, wiring, mulit-meter, calibration, rf transmiters
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Associates degree or higher from an accredited college or technical school with courses in math, basic electronics, and microwave theory or a military equivalent is required.
ISCET certification may be required. Comprehensive knowledge in general electronics and demonstrated expertise in electronic, electro-mechanical, and computer systems along with test equipment used to maintain and repair equipment is necessary.
Experience with tubes, transistors, logic gates, and/or high-power RF devices may be required.
At least 4 years of hands-on experience is required. Successful candidates will have expert-level troubleshooting and soldering capabilities.
Must qualify for and maintain a Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship is required.
Experience Level
Expert Level
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $86000.00 - $89000.00/yr.
Medical – Multiple plans, including HDHP with HSA
Dental – Multiple plans, including orthodontic options
Vision – Multiple plans
Wellness programs – Coaching and resources
Flexible spending accounts – For medical expenses and dependent health care
Life
Disability – Short-term and long-term
Critical illness
Identity theft
Accident
Hospital Indemnity
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Palmdale,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 2025.
About Aerotek:
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.
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