Electronic Technician

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Boeing Defense is looking for an Electronic Technician to support their facility in Kent, WA.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Technicians perform electronic and software testing, troubleshooting, diagnosis, adjustment and repair of electronic components, systems, and related test equipment.
• May also assist in the fabrication, assembly, and testing of prototype, electronic assemblies.
• Obtain hardware and work order (W/O). Work assignment is determined by schedule date on order, priority tag with job, or lead.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Obtain appropriate engineering drawings and test documents for assigned job if drawings and documents are not with work order.
• Set up and perform bench test or automatic test as required per work order, test document, test equipment manuals, and/or engineering instructions.
• Perform tests using various computer systems, oscilloscopes, power supplies, and meters of various types.
• Troubleshoot faults in electronic circuits and/or hardware (e.g., Special Test Equipment, shop aids) and adjust or repair.
• Select proper hand, power, and/or bench tools needed to perform required operation, such as screwdrivers, pliers, torque wrenches, crimpers, cable tools, band saw, drill press, circular sander.
• Write tie-ins, and maintain records such as work log for areas/equipment.
• Devise and/or build shop aids and work around methods as necessary to troubleshoot systems.
• Handle and protect components and assemblies in accordance with shop procedures and drawing requirements.
• Handle and dispose of hazardous materials (ketone, naphtha, alcohol, Metre-Grip, Loctite) in approved manner (in accordance with MSDS- Material Safety Data Sheets) using personal protective equipment.
• Pack electronic equipment for travel as required per drawing and Boeing (BAC) specifications.
• Maintain test equipment (e.g. periodic maintenance, STE's, shop aids, monitor certification dates.)
• Maintain personal and tool certifications.
• Check work after completion of each operation to be sure job is per drawing.
• Submit completed job or reworked job up for inspection.
• Contact lead/supervisor/engineer/planner when assistance is needed (e.g., if there are questions about drawings or paperwork, if drawings and paperwork do not match, or when any other problem arises).

Security Clearance & Export Control Requirements:

This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills and Experience):

• Must be a minimum of at least 18 years of age.
• Must have experience with loadable software airplane parts (LSAPs).
• Must have experience with a wide range of electronic manning, planning and scheduling tools, to include STEP, Microsoft Office products, database management, and formal syllabus flight training requirements.
• Minimum one year of experience with printed circuit board fabrication, test, and validation.
• Minimum one year of experience working with or around fiber optics.
• Minimum one year of experience with calibration of fiber optic sources, meters, optical spectrum analyzers, spectral radiometers, photometers, UV sources, Laser energy and power measurement.
• Minimum one year of hands on experience with power and control electronics circuit design, product design and manufacturing.
• Minimum one year of testing and troubleshooting electronics and electrical systems.

Relocation:

This position does not offer relocation. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Additional Information:

This is an hourly position governed by the International Association of Machinist (IAM-751) Collective Bargaining agreement.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies

Total Rewards Statement:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary Pay Range: $24.00/hr. - $48.81/hr.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.