Leidos is looking for a smart, versatile Engineering Technician to join our Maritime Systems Division in San Diego. The successful candidate will join a medium-sized team and be an integral part of the development lifecycle, identifying problems, developing concepts, and delivering final products to customers.
Requirements
- Mechanical and Electrical Fabrication
- Wire Harnessing: Fabricate complex wire harnesses, utilizing splicing, crimping, and soldering techniques for Molex and various other connectors and cable assemblies.
- PCB Assembly: Install surface-mount (SMT) and through-hole components on multi-layer printed circuit boards using approved soldering standards.
- Technical Literacy: Interpret and execute engineering assembly drawings, Bills of Materials (BOMs), manufacturing procedures, and detailed work instructions.
- Mechanical Assembly: Utilize a wide range of hand and power tools (e.g., torque wrenches, drills, precision tools) to integrate mechanical components into larger system assemblies.
- Problem Solving: Independently troubleshoot and resolve assembly issues to ensure project momentum.
- Quality Documentation: Maintain rigorous documentation standards by accurately completing serial number records, traveler logs, and work orders.
- Testing and Data Collection
- System Validation: Execute comprehensive electrical testing and data collection for custom assemblies, utilizing a blend of proprietary in-house procedures and COTS (Commercial Off-The-Shelf) equipment.
- Technical Diagnostics: Leverage a diverse suite of diagnostic tools—including oscilloscopes, signal/network analyzers, and precision meters—to validate system performance and identify anomalies.
- Data Analysis & Reporting: Manage the digital capture of test results via Microsoft Office, ensuring that raw data is organized into clear, actionable technical records.
- Assembly Encapsulation
- Materials Expertise: Apply various encapsulation materials—including urethanes, silicones, and epoxies—in strict accordance with required procedures and industry best practices.
- Casting Preparation: Prepare components for casting through precision sanding, painting, and fixturing to ensure optimal adhesion and alignment.
- Mold Fabrication: Perform the end-to-end mold creation process, including material mixing, vacuum degassing, pouring, and post-processing.
- Contamination Control: Perform precision cleaning of electrical and mechanical assembly parts using isopropyl alcohol and other approved solvents per established procedures.
- Surface Engineering: Execute application-specific surface preparation using approved hand-sanding techniques to ensure optimal bonding and finish.
- Lab & Equipment Maintenance
- Workspace Stewardship: Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment to ensure operational efficiency and compliance with safety standards.
- Equipment Readiness: Oversee the upkeep of lab equipment and assembly fixtures, performing routine repairs and collaborating with project personnel to ensure all tools remain in peak working condition.
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401k Matching
- Retirement Plan
- Visa Sponsorship
- Four Day Work Week
- Generous Parental Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Relocation Assistance
