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Sr. Engineering Technician (2024-078)

Astronics Subsidiary Astronics AES

Location Kirkland, WA

Description

Astronics Advanced Electronic Systems (AES) is seeking a Senior Engineering Technician to join Cabin Electronics Power Team in Kirkland, WA .

The Cabin Electronics Product Group is the world’s leading manufacturer of in-seat power systems for the commercial airline industry. The group’s EmPower® product line provides a variety of scalable power solutions for aircraft passenger cabins and flight decks. The system is used by over 280 airlines, IFE suppliers, and all major aircraft OEM manufacturers worldwide.

JOB SUMMARY

The Sr. Engineering Technician will perform complex technical tasks to assist engineers with electronic systems and technical activities relating to Cabin Product Support. This role involves experience in equipment build, repair, and troubleshooting to component level coupled with accurate document control for FAA reporting.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform engineering activities such as, test, check-out, modification, fabrication and assembly of prototype electromechanical systems, experimental design circuitry, or specialized test equipment.

• Work from knowledge, skills and abilities to generate conceptual plans based on discussions, notional diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, or layouts to perform testing, checkout and trouble-shooting functions.

• Perform engineering qualification testing and troubleshooting.

• Determine methods or actions to remedy complex malfunctions.

• Design, construct, test and verify test equipment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience:

• Associate degree (AS) in Electronics Technology or related field, or equivalent electronics military schooling and experience required.

• Demonstrates proficiency (typically 4-6 years of direct experience in the duties and responsibilities of the position)

Competencies:

• Priority Setting - Spends his/her time and the time of others on what's important; quickly zeros in on the critical few and puts the trivial many aside; can quickly sense what will help or hinder accomplishing a goal; eliminates roadblocks; creates focus.

• Problem Solving - Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions; probes all fruitful sources for answers; can see hidden problems; is excellent at honest analysis; looks beyond the obvious and doesn't stop at the first answers.

• Operations Analysis - Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.

• Operate independently – limited supervision needed to perform the role

• Planning - Accurately scopes out length and difficulty of tasks and projects; sets objectives and goals; breaks down work into the process steps; develops schedules and task/people assignments; anticipates and adjusts for problems and roadblocks; measures performance against goals; evaluates results.

• Dealing with ambiguity – Can effectively cope with change; can shift gears comfortably; can decide and act without having the total picture; doesn’t have to finish things before moving on; can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty.

Technical Skills:

• Advanced electrical/electronic circuit and component knowledge

• Intermediate knowledge of power supplies

• Aerospace equipment test experience, such as DO-160 testing, preferred

Physical Abilities:

• Manual dexterity

• Occasionally lift heavy (< 40 lbs.) items

• Color differentiation

Work Environment:

• Exposure to high voltage

• Exposure to LN2

• Exposure to power tools

• Exposure to chemicals

• Moderate noise environment

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

• As a US Department of Defense Contractor, Astronics is bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Must be a US Person under ITAR to be eligible .

• An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a pre-employment background screen and drug test which includes screening for the use of cannabis .

Base Salary is $37.73 - $56.60 per hour. Several job-related and non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to experience in comparable roles, skill sets, training, education, licensure or certifications, other qualifications, market conditions and business needs influence actual salary offered.

Astronics AES offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Stay Healthy – Health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, FSA, HSA, as well as voluntary life/AD&D, voluntary critical illness, accident prevention and hospital indemnity

• Save for the Future – 401K & Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Find Balance – Work/life balance culture. Employee Assistance Program

• Time for You – Generous Paid Time Off, starting at 120 hours annually, plus 12 Paid Holidays per year

Position Requirements

As above

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

About the Organization Astronics Corporation (Nasdaq: ATRO) serves the world's aerospace, defense, and other mission critical industries with proven, innovative technology solutions. Astronics works side-by-side with customers, integrating its array of power, connectivity, lighting, structures, interiors, and test technologies to solve complex challenges. For 50 years, Astronics has delivered creative, customer-focused solutions with exceptional responsiveness. Today, global airframe manufacturers, airlines, military branches, completion centers, and Fortune 500 companies rely on the collaborative spirit and innovation of Astronics.

We offer our breadth of technology solutions and services through 11 subsidiary business units and numerous award-winning product brands. Serving our customers is our first priority, and every day we honor this mission with quality, partnership, and energetic global vision.

EOE Statement Astronics is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

This position is currently accepting applications.