LEAD ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST - PRINCIPAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST - Lead Printed Wiring Board

Southwest Research Institute • San Antonio, TX, United States • $200k - $250k / year • 4d ago

Who We Are:

The Strategic Aerospace Department in the Defense & Intelligence Solutions Division provides the USAF with engineering services that increases the warfighters capabilities specifically for the bombers, tankers and heavies platforms. We provide world-class research, design, services, and support, offering both new products and solutions to legacy issues for the US Air Force Global Strike Command, DoD industry, Allies, and U.S. Government.

Objectives of this Role:

Work with a multidisciplinary team of engineers and technicians in the execution of complex R&D programs in support of national security.

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:

Collaborate directly with Electrical and Mechanical engineers to develop printed circuit boards and interconnect systems for PCBs in support of MIL-SPEC avionics flight electronic hardware.
Work in a team environment as well as independently to complete assigned tasks with direct supervision.
Develop Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) and Library component generation.
PCB design experience is required.
Position may require additional hours to meet project schedules.

Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent, or an Associates or Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering Technology, or Aeronautics Technology.
10-15 years of experience in printed wiring board design is required for those with a Bachelor's degree.
For those without a Bachelor's degree, an advanced working knowledge of Mentor Graphics PADS Professional, and/or Xpedition with at least 6 years in printed wiring board design is required.
Interconnect principles and practices designing low level and complex PWB designs is desired.
Basic understanding of configuration management and electronic development methods is required. A good understanding of Signal Integrity as well as a good mechanical aptitude is desired. Prior knowledge of IPC standards, Digital, Mixed Signal, and RF electronics PWB designs is preferred.
A valid/clear driver's license is required.

Special Requirements:

The applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. The applicant must be a U.S. citizen.

An Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disabled/Veteran
Committed to Diversity in the Workplace

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