Engineering Technician - Innovative Advantage

Kirkland, WA 98033

About the Job

Join our small team that makes world class Audio/Video hardware and software for the Business Jet industry. We are looking to add an Engineering Technician to our staff.

The Engineering Technician works under limited direction/supervision and is responsible to test, troubleshoot, repair, and modify production of electronic products, parts, equipment and systems, such as digital / analog, electronic products applying principles and theories of electronics and electrical circuitry.

This position is performed onsite in Kirkland, WA with a 5x8 schedule.

Job functions would include:

Technical Understanding: Interpret and work in accordance with drawings and schematics, functional and acceptance test procedures, failure reports, manuals and all other applicable engineering and production specifications
Automated Testing: Perform acceptance testing using a variety of automated testing equipment and special test consoles on newly manufactured products and product returns
Manual Testing: Perform manual testing and interpretation of results from standard and special purpose test equipment such as multi-meters, signal generators, power supplies, bridges, and oscilloscopes
Troubleshoot: Troubleshoot PCB assemblies with embedded processors and FPGAs to the component level using lab equipment.
Perform Repairs: Replace components level solder to J-STD-001 and workmanship to IPC-A-610.
Cable Build: Build product and test cables as needed.
Problem Solving: Apply your knowledge and experience using reasoning logic and reasoning to determine root cause analysis on to the component level.
Cross-Team Collaboration: Work closely with other teams within the company to ensure integrated and cohesive product development.
Technical Writing: Document findings in reports including detailed description of testing performed, resulting failure, and initial root cause investigation results
Skill Development: Quickly come up to speed on unfamiliar hardware and tools.

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience: At least 5 years’ experience in industries with a focus on high reliability, and compliance, such as aerospace, defense, or medical.
Knowledge: Knowledge of circuit boards, electronic equipment, systems composed of highly integrated components such as FPGAs and microcontrollers, and software, including applications and programming.
Skills: Above average personal skills for working directly with our manufacturer and customers. Great computer, documentation, and organizational skills.
Proficiency: Proficient in soldering to meet the workmanship standard of IPC-A-610.
Task Management: Self-directed task management required.
Communication: Fluent spoken and written English
Education/Certification (preferred): AA degree in Electronic Technology, or equivalent knowledge through experience or other recognized educational institution

Benefits:

Medical & Dental Benefits first of the month following start date
Employer contribution to Health Savings Account if enrolled in the plan
401k participation plus 3% employer contribution and 50% employer match for an additional 6% contributed
12 paid holidays
3 weeks PTO accrual

Compensation:

Salary may be adjusted based on experience and geographic location outside of Kirkland, WA
- Engineering Technician: $31.42 - $44.77 per hour

This position is performed onsite in Kirkland, WA

A bit about us:
With our products aimed at the highest end consumer, we are always working to bring the latest entertainment technologies to business jets. Innovative Advantage offers a great work environment. As a small company we strive to get the job done while enjoying our work. If you have the skills and desire to step up to the next challenge, send me an email detailing your experience and why you are the person we need.

Source : Innovative Advantage