Electronics Technician

Eaton's IS AER FMC division is currently seeking a Electronics Technician. The core hours are 7:00am to 3:30pm. The hourly rate for this position is 29/hour per hour.

Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

What you'll do:

The Electronics Technician is responsible for assembling, testing, repairing, and troubleshooting electronic components and printed circuit boards, as specified in applicable documents, with minimal supervision, for both the OE and Repairs Value Stream.

This position is classified as a safety-sensitive role under applicable U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations. As a condition of employment, candidates must successfully complete a DOT-required pre-employment drug test.

Individuals hired into this role remain subject to ongoing drug and/or alcohol testing, including random testing, in accordance with federal regulations. Eaton maintains a drug- and alcohol-free workplace and expects all applicants to understand and comply with these requirements.

• Assemble and test electronic assemblies to scheduled delivery dates. Prioritize work to ensure business goals are met. Ensure activities are performed correctly with proper tooling and documentation being used. Requires little to no supervision.
• Use test equipment to perform in-process testing.
• Perform visual inspection, identify any defective items, and handle according to established procedures.
• Assist in process improvements.
• Support engineering on new production manufacturability.
• Adhere to operational procedures and ensure tooling is in calibration before use.
• Maintain clean and safe work area. Adhere to all safety rules and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Be reassigned to cover workload in other areas of production in the absence of electronic work, or as necessary.

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution
• Associates Degree in Technical Field or equivalent of six (6) years in assembly, testing, and troubleshooting of electronic assemblies/printed circuit boards.
• 3 years of soldering experience in a manufacturing environment
• Previous Certification in IPC J-STD001 (active or expired)
• This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.
• No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates within a 50-mile radius of Grand Rapids, Michigan will be considered. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.
• Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.

• Aerospace manufacturing experience preferred
• Prior experience preferred in IPC certifications: 7711, A610.

• Participate in functional cross training within all major requirements of the assigned department and demonstrate willingness to support any area of the business.
• Working knowledge of shop test equipment and testing procedures.
• Know-how and ability to work with inspection gages, multi-meters, volt meters, force scales, torque wrenches, and electrical test equipment.
• Knowledge of fundamental electrical components and mechanical physics. Ability to identify wire by color code.
• Ability to cross train on a variety of hardware/sub-assemblies and test procedures.
• Position includes standing, bending, twisting and the capability to lift / move up to 40lbs.
• Solder certification will be provided.