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Southwest Research Institute · 2 days ago

SR. TECHNICIAN - TECHNICIAN - Applied Electronics

San Antonio, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Southwest Research Institute is a nonprofit R&D organization seeking a skilled technician to support the design, development, fabrication, assembly, maintenance, and repair of electronic and mechanical systems for various clients. The role involves using CAD software for circuit design, supporting the fabrication and testing of electronic hardware, and working both independently and as part of a team.

Innovation ManagementMarket ResearchMechanical EngineeringNon ProfitProduct Research

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Support research and development with various personnel to design, fabricate, assemble, test, and maintain custom electronics

Use CAD software for schematic capture, printed circuit board design, & 3D modeling to support the design of electronic and mechanical hardware

Support the fabrication, assembly, & testing of electronic & mechanical hardware. To include assembly, testing, procurement, and inspection of Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCB’s)

General soldering skills, and general mechanical packaging skills are preferred

Support project work for the electromechanical integration of embedded hardware into custom mechanical enclosures. This includes design and integration of analog, digital, RF, and optical circuits

Knowledge of or experience with 3D scanning (point cloud and/or mesh design) tools is preferred but not required

Must be willing to learn new software and hardware to support electronic and mechanical modeling to support development of new designs

Knowledge of or interest in 3D printing, injection molding, low pressure vacuum systems, & CNC milling machines & processes is not required, but preferred

Work independently or as part of a team

Complete assigned tasks with or without direct supervision; be able to work on multiple tasks in parallel

Determine when to ask for further instruction on tasks so as to avoid schedule delays. Learn new skills as needed

Fabrication, assembly, testing, and troubleshooting of electronic and mechanical assemblies, electro-mechanical systems, mechanisms, and structures, including prototypes, and associated support equipment

Use electronic tools to aid in the test/diagnosis/support of assigned work, ie: multimeters, signal generators, network analyzers, power supplies, and oscilloscopes is preferred

Capable of soldering, electronics and mechanical assembly, testing, measurement, and troubleshooting

Perform schematic capture and layout printed circuit boards (PCBs) using computer aided design (CAD) software (Altium Designer or similar type CAD programs)

Read schematics, and understand electronic design documentation

Use Mechanical CAD Programs such as Solidworks, ArTec Studio, Design X, & Camtasia to design 3D solid bodies/models : Use instrumentation to 3D scan & virtually recreate existing items

Create visual 3D project presentations

Qualification

CAD softwareSchematic capturePCB designElectromechanical integration3D modelingBasic DC/AC circuitsAltium DesignerSolidworksLaboratory-test equipmentSoldering skillsMechanical packaging skillsMultitaskingTeamwork

Required

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent

2 years: Utilize computer-aided design and engineering software for design of circuits (Altium, Cadence, Mentor Graphics, OrCAD). Capable of either working independently or as part of a team. Complete assigned tasks with or without direct supervision; be able multitask

2 years: Basic DC/AC circuits experience/knowledge. Basic electro-mechanical construction skills and fabrication techniques for assembly of printed circuit boards, multi-pin control cables, RF coaxial cables, and basic electronics assembly

2 years: Operating laboratory-test equipment, such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, multimeters, network analyzers, etc. Basic computer skills including PC hardware and software

A valid/clear driver's license is required

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information

Applicant must be a U.S. citizen

Preferred

Electronics and/or mechanical training or certifications preferred

General soldering skills, and general mechanical packaging skills are preferred

Support the fabrication, assembly, & testing of electronic & mechanical hardware. To include assembly, testing, procurement, and inspection of Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCB's)

Knowledge of or experience with 3D scanning (point cloud and/or mesh design) tools is preferred but not required

Knowledge of or interest in 3D printing, injection molding, low pressure vacuum systems, & CNC milling machines & processes is not required, but preferred

2 years: Experience in schematic capture, circuit board layout, modeling of mechanical parts using CAD software is preferred. Software layout experience including Altium (or software equivalent). Solidworks (or software equivalent) experience