Engineering Technician II

Delivering mission-critical, electronic solutions that protect lives. Use your creativity and critical thinking to take our products from concept to customer.

At CAES, we engineer solutions for the world’s most critical missions. We serve customers in the defense and aerospace markets. Seeking a career that offers challenging, diverse projects and opportunities? Looking for a position with a company that offers long-term professional advancement? Searching for a place that values a diverse, team-based environment? One that values YOU. Consider CAES.

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The Engineering department of #CAES has a career growth opportunity for a Junior level Engineering Technician at our Lancasterm PA location. Our Design Engineering team consists of 150+ design engineers across 5 sites throughout the Eastern United States. We are growing quickly and would like you to be a part of that growth.

The Engineering Technician, under the supervision of an engineer or senior technician, will provide technical support on engineering projects relating to design, test, repair, fabrication, assembly, production, installation and test of electronic hardware and systems.

YOUR ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides technical support on engineering projects as required by engineers or senior technicians.
• Performs assembly and fabrication of assemblies as directed by engineers or senior technicians.
• Makes test on hardware, systems and subsystems using standard and special test apparatus; read/utilizes schematics, wiring diagrams, test manuals, test procedures, and performance specifications to perform test.
• Collects test data in accordance with test specifications.
• Constructs prototype models from engineering diagrams and schematics.
• Prepares test procedures, schematics, parts lists and bills of material, as required by the engineer.
• Assist on proposals with pricing or estimating test hours.
• Works closely with Manufacturing and Quality Assurance personnel.
• Maintains/demonstrates proper use and care of assigned tools and equipment.
• Travels to field locations to assist in installation and test of equipment and systems.
• Performs additional technician’s tasks, as assigned.
• Maintains and improves technical skills through formal courses study of technical literature and attendance at technical symposiums.

HOW TO SUCCEED

You combine a solid theoretical, practical background in RF/Microwave and electrical theory with creative and critical thinking. To join us you’ll need:

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two (2) years of hands-on experience in electronics and electrical troubleshooting required.
• Up to 25% travel required
• This position requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by US export laws. In order to be eligible for this position, you must be a “US Person” under US export laws (or eligible for approval under a U.S. Government export license).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Test Systems or Test Sets desired
• Associate Degree and a minimum of three years hands-on electronic technician experience.
• Technical school training in electronics
• Active security clearance
• Defense background

Salary Range: Engineering Technician II: $24.13 - $35.00 hourly. Engineering Technician III: $27.50 - $39.90 hourly. Applicable pay within the posted range may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, geographical location, job function of the position, education, and experience of the successful candidate.

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EMPLOYMENT TRANSPARENCY

BENEFITS

We take care of our people and provide competitive health, wealth and wellbeing benefits – from day one. You’ll also discover learning and development opportunities so you can take your career to the next level – and beyond.

Other benefits include:

• Comprehensive PTO, Paid Holiday and Paid Family Leave Programs.
• Student Loan Repayment Program & Tuition Reimbursement
• 9/80 Alternate Work Week Schedule
• Tailored Management/Leadership Training
• Innovative Medical Programs, Including Family Forming

ABOUT CAES

CAES is the largest provider of analog and radiation hardened technology for the United States aerospace and defense industry. From human spaceflight and space exploration, to missile defense and electronic warfare, to healthcare solutions addressing COVID-19, our talented team develop high performing electronic solutions that work the first time, every time.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

At CAES we welcome differences and celebrate new ideas. We believe the diversity of our people inspires our creativity and drives our innovation. Everyone is welcome here, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation due to a disability for any part of the employment process, please email CAEScareers@caes.com.