Electronic Technician 1

Chipton-Ross is seeking an Electronic Technician 1 for a contract opportunity in Buffalo, NY.

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Electronics knowledge gained through schooling, the military or work experience.
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow procedures and drawings.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• US citizenship.

· Test and troubleshoot RF products including RF Microelectronic, RF amplifiers, switches, mixers, etc.

· Test and troubleshoot digital circuit cards.

· Analyze equipment operating characteristics to isolate malfunctions in products and integrated test systems.

· Diagnose non-conformances using schematics, wiring diagrams, source control drawings and other test procedures and equipment.

· Perform RF tuning on microelectronics, which requires working under a microscope for much of workday.

· Perform maintenance or calibration on test equipment.

· Record and ensure validity of entries into data collection and test systems.

· Interpret and recommend corrective action to test findings.

· Execute proper documentation of actions performed in applicable forms.

· Perform a variety of tasks ranging from repetitive to non-repetitive production assembly operations on electronic and/or mechanical assemblies and subassemblies.

· Ability to learn tasks under microscope on very small assemblies with outstanding manual dexterity and precision.

· Record production data accurately in travelers, shop floor systems, and quality records.

· Collaborate with engineers and supervisors to assist in the writing or modification of test procedures.

· Follow all safety, ESD, FOD, and cleanliness guidelines to maintain a safe and compliant work area.

· Successfully complete in-house workmanship criteria training classes for continued employment.

· Hands-on use of the drawings, wire lists, source control drawings, or test procedures.

· Experience working with microelectronics and performing tuning under a microscope.

· Experience in working with test equipment.

· Experience working with engineering teams.

· Experience with soldering and electronic assembly processes.

· Working knowledge of defense electronics, with a preference to Electronic Warfare systems.

· Strong verbal and written communication skills.

· Experience working in a performance based and metrics driven culture.

· Basic computer skills including experience with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

High School diploma or equivalent is required.

School must be accredited.

9/80 workweek. This position is for 2nd Shift: 4:00 PM - 12:30 AM (hours include unpaid 30-minute lunch). Schedule subject to change based on business needs.

• Employment will be contingent on clearing a drug screen and background check. Both must clear prior to start date.
• Candidates responding to this posting must currently possess the eligibility to work in the United States. No third parties please.