Electrical Technician

ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN

SeaLandAire Technologies in Jackson, Michigan is looking for an Electrical Technician to join our team. SeaLandAire provides engineering services for data collection in difficult environments.

A SeaLandAire Electrical Technician performs various technical functions and assignments in support of engineering and/or production under the direction of the Lab Manager. Technicians may be found in any or all the technical functions, including design engineering, product assurance, industrial engineering, computer applications, and production.

To succeed in this role, you should have excellent attention to detail, design and analysis skills, and be able to work within a team.

Essential Functions*

• Assemble breadboard circuits and prototypes, including the calibration, fabrication, and functional checkout of equipment and products. This is a key function, and you must have experience in this component.

• Read and interpret schematics, drawings, and other formal/informal documentation, as provided.

• Record data and assist engineers, as required.

• Fabricate, calibrate and repair engineering, production, and facility equipment and fixtures, as required.

• May be assigned to special projects where specialty skills in related disciplines, such as computer applications, may be required.

• Able to use Microsoft Office.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Core Competencies

• Technical capability

• Mathematics

• Critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

• Manual dexterity and good eyesight required

• Time management skills

• Teamwork orientation

• Ability to work effectively under pressure

• Good written and verbal communications in an R&D environment, as well as good listening skills

• Working knowledge of applicable computer operating systems and software, as required

• Familiarity with manual/computer-assisted technical functions and equipment

• Ability to lift 25lbs. unaccompanied

• Ability and willingness to travel on tests and demonstrations

• Shows initiative, follows established procedures, and works in a safe manner according to company safety standards

Additional

• Strong interest in learning new technology in areas of test and measurement

• May perform tests utilizing available/designated test equipment (logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, power supplies, precision signal amplifiers, data acquisition card, etc.)

• May be assigned to special projects where specialty skills in related disciplines, such as computer applications, may be required

• Specific job skills may be acquired through individual development

• Work well in both individual and group settings

• Organized workstation and able to prioritize work tasks

• May need to pass a background investigation for security clearance

• Will need to wear PPE, when applicable

• Good driving record is a must, as you need to be able to rent vehicles and drive for field tests when needed

• Familiarity with Lathe, CNC, and metal fabrication is a plus

Since a majority of SeaLandAire's business is funded by the US Department of Defense, applicants must be a "US Person" (US Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident). The employee will have to pass a background check.

Education & Experience

• Associate degree, comparable vocational technical certificate, completion of comparable military technical training, or equivalent experience in related discipline with an additional one year of industrial experience desirable

• Experience/training in electronics or Electrical Engineer Technologies preferred

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Technical Proficiencies

• Comfortable using a wide range of test equipment (e.g. logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, power supplies, precision signal amplifiers, data acquisition cards, etc.)

• Demonstrate expertise in mechanical/electronics discipline

• Research and help in part selection & procurement of electrical components

• Under the supervision of Engineers, perform tasks such as assembly, test setup, testing of electrical and mechanical materials, components, and subassemblies

• Precision SMT placement and soldering on all circuit boards and electrical assemblies.

• Experience with the assembly of surface mount and thru-hole components, wiring, and testing of analog and digital subassemblies

• Requires an excellent understanding of assembly techniques and test methods

• Experience in reading PCB schematics

• Able to maintain detailed records of assembly using MS office tools

• Proficient in writing test procedures and data recording using MS Office tools

• Ensure that all assignments are performed in accordance with company safety standards and, where applicable, with proper personal safety protective equipment

• Ability to follow mechanical and electrical documentation

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is an onsite, full-time hourly position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., 40 hours per week. Hours are somewhat flexible and occasional late evenings and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Travel

Some travel may be required for field testing, vendor selections, and customer interface.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at the manufacturing site. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. This position is occasionally performed in outside weather conditions (PPE will be provided).

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear (sometimes in a noisy environment). This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, stooping, crouching, crawling, climbing, sitting for long periods of time, and repetitive movements with hands. The employee must frequently move and lift items over 25 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by employees assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all job duties performed by persons in the position.

Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time as the needs of the company and requirements of the job change.

Equal Opportunity Statement

SeaLandAire Technologies is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. SeaLandAire makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.