Job Title : R&D Technician
Location: Colorado Springs, CO 80907
Duration: 24 Months
Duties:
The Colorado Springs NPI Engineering team is multi-disciplinary involving electrical, software, and mechanical activities, working between R&D and Manufacturing to design and implement the manufacturing processes for new products. We build new product prototypes throughout the R&D cycle to enable product development across a variety of teams. Finally, we launch the new manufacturing process into the production site to enable manufacturing and shipments of the new products to customers.
Responsibilities:
As an NPI Technician on the team, you will collaborate with NPI Engineers, NPI Technicians, and R&D Engineers to:
Work in an Electrical Static Discharge (ESD) controlled environment
Turn on and troubleshoot PCA s
Build / assemble full instrument prototypes
Calibrate and run automated tests on prototypes
Troubleshoot and repair prototypes
Build, troubleshoot, and maintain test racks containing electronic test and measurement equipment
Execute automated performance characterization tests on prototypes at temperature and humidity and collect characterization data
Help to maintain the NPI Lab environment
Skills:
3 to 5 years of experience in electronics manufacturing or NPI environment or equivalent
General knowledge of electronics and electronics manufacturing
Experience in electronic mechanical assembly including torque drivers
Proficient with the Microsoft Windows operating system and Microsoft Office applications including MS Word, Excel, Outlook
Desire to work in a fast-paced, results driven environment
Demonstrated analytical problem-solving skills
Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to communicate technical issues effectively
Demonstrated ability to work in a cross functional team environment successfully
Demonstrated flexibility and tolerance of ambiguity and change
Ability to deliver results under schedule pressure
Able to identify, prioritize and solve technical problems
Demonstrated strong initiative
Demonstrated attention to detail
Good organizational skills
Team player with a positive attitude
Education:
Basic education qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent
Desired education qualifications: Higher level education (Associates degree) or certifications in electronics