Electronics Assembly and Test Technician

Founded by a Purdue Alumnus and Headquartered in Hilton Head Island, SC, Vetronix Research Corporation is a recognized leader in the research, design, and manufacture of rugged electronics for mission critical environments including defense, aviation, automation, and specialty vehicles.

Purpose for hiring

We are looking for an Electronics Assembly and Test Technicians to support our production efforts from our facility located at the Purdue Research Park in West Lafayette, Indiana.

Responsibilities/duties

·       Assembly of PCBs for state-of-the-art military applications

·       Visual inspection of circuit card assemblies

·       Encapsulation of electronic components

·       Operate automated test systems

·       Record production and test data

·       Adherence to ESD and handling protocols

·       General assembly functions

Required Qualifications/skills

·       Must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident

·       Must be competent using common tools

·       Detail oriented

·       Able to follow process/design documentation

·       Ability to be self-directed

·       Good time management and communication skills

·       Able to sit or stand for long durations

Preferred Experience

·       Familiar with electronics laboratory equipment

·       Soldering

·       Electrical component encapsulation

·       Familiar with J-STD-001

·       Familiar with IPC-A-610

Why work at Vetronix Research?

·       Since 1989, Vetronix Research Corporation has been a pioneer in the development and manufacture of electronics architectures and components for critical vehicle and industrial applications

·       Opportunity to manufacture electronics that are critical to national security

·       Vetronix invests in and maintains the latest electronics manufacturing equipment in all production facilities

·       Enjoy comfortable office and laboratory space in West Lafayette, IN, which was named one of the best industrial cities in the US

·       Generous compensation and retirement plan

·       100% company paid dental and healthcare for employee and family

·       Relocation package

·       Travel opportunities to headquarters in Hilton Head Island, SC

Location

·       Northern Indiana, near Purdue Campus

·       Address: 3495 Kent Ave. West Lafayette IN, 47906

·       Production environment is clean, safe, and climate controlled

·       Residents enjoy a balanced mix of suburban and urban environment, as well as being adjacent to Purdue University

Hours

·       Full-time, flexible working hours, as permitted by production schedule

Benefits

·       $18 - $30 per hour

·       Overtime available

·       100% company paid dental and healthcare for employee and family

·       Tuition assistance

·       SEP retirement plan option