Hardware Engineering Assistant

Actalent

Job Title: Engineering TechnicianJob Description

Responsible for planning, scheduling, and assisting engineers with documentation, process, testing, and general engineering-related support activities.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Perform detailed development work in the areas of RF, analog and digital electronics under the guidance of engineers

Work independently to resolve existing problems and/or malfunctions expeditiously

Collect and analyze engineering test data toward a given objective

Research and analyze electronic components for new designs and replacement of obsolete parts

Interpret drawings, specifications and work instructions

Implement and test engineering changes

Create test plans and procedures for products under development

Travel to environmental and electromagnetic interference testing labs to perform new development qualification testing

Travel to customer’s sites within the U.S. or to Europe to perform vehicle surveys, system installations and follow-on testing as needed, oftentimes outdoors, and for a span of a few days to a few weeks

Must be at assigned worksite during assigned hours 100% of time; less PTO, FML/STD/LTD

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

AS degree, technical school credentials in related field or equivalent experience

A minimum of 3 years of experience

Intermediate experience with computers and various software applications to include MS Office

Experience in development, test, or maintenance of RF or radar systems and airborne command, control, and telemetry systems preferred

Experience with mechanical and electro-mechanical devices and tools desired

Ability to travel, foreign and domestic, up to 50%

Possess a passport or be willing and able to obtain (at company’s expense) to allow for work travel overseas

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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.

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