Principal Electrical Engineer Tech

Job Title: Principal Electrical Engineering Technician

Job Description

The candidate should be comfortable as a cognizant designer of complex printed circuit boards utilizing micro-processors & controllers, high-efficiency power supply design, analog signal conditioning, sensors, and RF components. Experience designing systems to initiate ordnance under the rigor required by the safety community is desired. Experience with FPGA design in VHDL or Verilog is a bonus. This position requires that the candidate be capable of receiving a secret level security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of complex technical test functions related to the support of production activities.

• Set-up, operate, modify, calibrate, and test digital/analog/RF and electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) electronic assembly and sub-assembly processes.

• Diagnose and correct equipment and system malfunctions which fail to respond to standard corrective measures.

• Write and interpret specifications used in designing, maintaining, and calibrating electronic systems, chassis, or components.

• Prepare reports, charts, and graphs as part of process documentation.

Essential Skills

• Technical training with 4-6 years of experience with an Associates Degree in Electronics Technology, or a technical degree preferred.

• Advanced knowledge of electronics, physics, and math.

• Ability to comprehend specifications, production requirements, procedures, and production drawings.

• Skill/experience using electronics Test & Measurement equipment in circuit testing/troubleshooting: Power Supplies, Signal Generators, Multi-Meters, Oscilloscopes, RF Spectrum Analyzer, RF Power Meters, IR Cameras, etc.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• RF or EO/IR experience is preferred.

• Relevant military experience in electronic equipment or applicable trade school training is a plus.

• Must be team-oriented and able to communicate and interface with others to execute manufacturing schedules.

• Provide guidance to other supporting technicians.

• Maintain a safe lab test station environment by following applicable practices/processes.

• May work with engineers to assist in the development of testing new products or test processes, as applicable.

Work Environment

Our Company designs and develops test and simulation hardware and software for Electronic Warfare (EW) applications. This includes systems used on the flight line, range, or in a lab to simulate enemy radar or missile threats for testing aircraft sensors and electronics, or for training a pilot. High fidelity software and hardware design is required to accurately simulate threats in an ever-evolving and expanding electromagnetic threat environment.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $36.00

• Medical, dental & vision- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital- 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)- Short and long-term disability- Health Spending Account (HSA)- Transportation benefits- Employee Assistance Program- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Hunt Valley,MD.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 17, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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