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Southwest Research Institute · 2 days ago

PRINCIPAL TECHNICIAN - SR. TECHNICIAN - Space Hardware Printed Circuit Board Support

San Antonio, Texas Metropolitan Area

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

5+ years exp

Southwest Research Institute is a recognized leader in spacecraft electronics, avionics, and instrumentation, helping to enable the next generation of orbital platforms. The role involves the development of Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) and support for the lifecycle of electronics design, including working with engineers to develop systems for space flight applications.

Innovation ManagementMarket ResearchMechanical EngineeringNon ProfitProduct Research

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Development of Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs), creation of detailed Printed Wiring Assembly (PWA) drawings, and Library component generation for electronic designs to be utilized in spacecraft and payload applications

Provide support to parts procurement, engineering analysis, and manufacturing staff to support lifecycle of electronics design

Responsibilities include Schematic capture, development of Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs), creation of detailed Printed Wiring Assembly (PWA) drawings, and Library component generation

Work directly with Electrical and Mechanical engineers to develop printed circuit boards and interconnect systems for space flight applications and instruments as well as Ground Support PCBs to support flight electronic hardware for test

Position may require additional hours to meet project schedules

Must be able to function as a contributing member of a strong instrument development team within an existing group environment; work in a team environment as well as independently

Complete assigned tasks without direct supervision and work on multiple tasks in parallel

Qualification

Altium DesignerSchematic capturePrinted Circuit Board designElectronic development methodsTroubleshooting electronicsTeam collaboration

Required

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent or an Associates degree in Electronic CAD, Architectural & Engineering CAD, or related program field

5 years: Must have a working knowledge of Altium Designer or equivalent PCB design software, basic configuration management methods, and electronic development methods

5 years: Schematic capture of Electronics design and development of Printed Wiring Board (PWB) layout

Experience troubleshooting and testing analog and digital electronics is beneficial

A valid/clear driver's license is required

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information

Applicant must be a U.S. citizen