Electrical Engineering Technician - Senior

Job Description Summary

Preparation of PCBAs and other radio components between SMT and final assembly. Assess and rework PCBAs at component level. Troubleshoot and basic repair of MDS radio products.

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities:

Setup of workspace to include all necessary parts & materials to begin and/or complete customer order. This includes all tooling, and materials present and ready for use. General PC computer skills with Windows apps, the GE network and GE specific software programs. Basic use of SAP ERP system for job and operational transactions. Able to read and follow BOM (Bill of material). Able to read and follow Engineering drawings. Perform bar code scanning functions and understand basic bar-coding concepts. Ability to communicate effectively to both production supervision and test engineering regarding status of materials, customer jobs or issues specific to radio models, or job specific configuration issues. Awareness to stop work; whether due to failing progress or potential quality or safety concerns. Ability to requisition parts or other materials as needed. Ability to work alone or with a small team, also to anticipate needs of both shifts (A&B) and act in a way that will setup both work shifts for success. Treats all coworkers, supervisors and other GE staff with respect and professionalism. Ability to communicate effectively via email and MS Team messaging through succinct, tactful means. Comply with GE attendance standards and participate in overtime where necessary. Willingness to work overtime when necessary. Any other duties as assigned by supervision. Follow defined procedures for test of assemblies Test units at component, sub-assembly, and system level configurations

Senior Level Requirements:

• Ability to review and assess problems at component level on PCBAs. Ability to rework PCBAs at component level, including part replacement using hot air pencil, hot plate and Xray.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and isolate faults with electronic and electro-optical assemblies.
• Ability to troubleshoot PCBA to component level
• Be able to work with Engineering to relate process improvements for changes in Work Process instructions or product or product changes
• Document faults of PCBA/Radio assemblies to determine failure root cause and what steps need to be taken to remedy the situation. Provide direction to team for remediation of WIP units.
• Able to read and interpret electrical schematic diagrams and engineering drawings.
• Perform same services for SRO, CIC and Test Engineering organizations.
• Active participation & support in all NPI / Prototype production for best practice success.

• Trade School Diploma or equivalent work experience (verifiable)

• Four Years related experience in electronics field and component level repair.
• Familiarity with all common test equipment including signal generators, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, microscopes, etc.
• Advanced soldering skills.

• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of GE MDS products is a plus!
• Use of Small hand tools and small power tools

• Must be able to visually observe details at close range.
• Must be able to operate hand tools and computers.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of a work shift.
• Must be able to move about inside the manufacturing area to access equipment, files, etc.