Technician Level II

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About NSS:

At North Star Scientific Corporation, we design, develop, test, qualify, and manufacture reliable, high-performance electronics for land-based, ship-based, and airborne DOD applications. We specialize in RF system designs and rapid R&D/custom solutions. We are proud to provide our services to the United States Military and commercial clients alike as a veteran-owned small business.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

Responsible for fabrication and testing of digital and analog circuits, electronics assemblies and subassemblies. Fabrication duties require proficiency with circuit plotters, soldering irons/stations, manual hand tools, test equipment such as network analyzers, signal generators, and DMMs, and skill in installation of surface mount technology components, including microminiature integrated circuits. The Level II technician must also possess the ability to apply conductive and nonconductive coatings and platings to circuit boards and enclosures without supervision. The technician shall be capable of more advanced troubleshooting and repair of circuits and devices, should be able to identify both surface mount and thru-hole components, should be familiar reading schematics and board layouts, and wiring diagrams.

Must be proficient with manual machine shop tools such as a lathe, bridgeport machining center, etc., and should be able to read and interpret mechanical drawings. Duties also include set up and programming of fabrication and testing assets.

Must be able to perform a variety of tasks with increased latitude, and use creativity where applicable.

Requires a high level of mechanical and electrical fabrication and testing skills. Must be capability of working in unison with the engineering staff. Will be required to test RF and digital circuits, fabricate RF and digital circuits, and work and assists junior and senior level engineering staff members.

Education: Associate's Degree from an accredited two-year college or university program in one of the following: Electrical Engineering, Electrical Technology, or Electro-mechanical Technology. (Equivalent training in the Military and/or 5 years experience may be substituted for an Associates Degree).

Experience: Three to Five (3-5) years in the fabrication and testing of RF and/or digital circuits. (Experience may include instructional and other supervised experience sufficient to provide skills necessary to perform the duties/responsibilities).

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience with PCB fabrication and/or circuit proto-board design.

*May be subject to a Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Benefits:

North Star Scientific Corporation offers an excellent working environment with professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, a business casual atmosphere and comprehensive benefits.

• Medical, Vision and Dental insurance for employees and dependents
• Vacation, 11 recognized paid holidays, TDI (HI only) and long-term disability, bereavement
• 401(k) with employer match
• Group Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (Paid by NSS)

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

NSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.