EMI Technician Specialist (2024-147)Astronics Subsidiary Astronics AESLocation Kirkland, WADescriptionAstronics Advanced Electronic Systems (AES) is seeking an EMI Engineering Technician Specialist to join our cohesive team of professional problem solvers in Kirkland, WA .JOB SUMMARYThe EMI Engineering Technician Specialist will consistently work on complex assignments requiring independent action and a high degree of initiative to resolve issues.Duties & Responsibilities:
Perform DO-160 and MIL-STD-461 EMI emissions and susceptibility tests, and troubleshoot issues, using industry leading EMI test equipment and accredited in-house anechoic chamber
Actively support Astronics company and industry processes to maintain an accredited EMI laboratory, and support accreditation audits
Facilitate EMI testing with product groups
Participate in EMI setup with product groups
Provide recommendations to product teams for EMI setups
Manage calibrated EMI test equipment for a state-of-the-art EMI test facility
Experience in using computer based tools and procedures to perform, document, and track testing
Ability to work in a fast paced, team structured environment and support extended business hours or weekends, as required.
Coordinate work effort with other groups as required
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEducation/Experience:
Associate degree (AS) in Electronics Technology or related field/ equivalent electronics military schooling and experience required.
High-power electronics and/or high-power avionics technician experience may be considered in lieu of formal education. Total qualifying experience must meet the years, duties, skills and proficiency required to perform the position level standards.
Demonstrates proficiency (typically 6+ years of direct experience in the duties and responsibilities of the position)
Competencies:
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with standards
Visualization — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged
Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products
Design — Knowledge of, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, schematics, and drawings
Mechanical — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
Judgment and Decision Making — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
Dealing with ambiguity - Ability to lead and model effective behaviors and work approaches in an ambiguous environment; creates solutions to complex problems in an ambiguous environment.
Technical Skills:
Expert Electrical/electronic circuit/component knowledge AND/OR expert mechanical knowledge
Advanced knowledge of computer SW and operating systems
Data base user interface and query software
Electronic mail software
Enterprise resource planning ERP software
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Excel
Physical Abilities:
Manual dexterity
Lifting heavy (typically 40 lbs.) items
Color differentiation
Work Environment:
Exposure to high voltage
Exposure to LN2
Exposure to power tools
Exposure to chemicals
Moderate noise environment
EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
As a US Department of Defense Contractor, Astronics is bound by I nternational Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Must be a US Person under ITAR to be eligible .
An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a pre-employment background screen and drug test which includes screening for the use of cannabis .
Base salary range is $41.13 - $61.69 per hour.Several job-related and non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to experience in comparable roles, skill sets, training, education, licensure or certifications, other qualifications, market conditions and business needs influence actual salary offered.Astronics AES offers a competitive benefits package including:
Stay Healthy – Health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, FSA, HSA, as well as voluntary life/AD&D, voluntary critical illness, accident prevention and hospital indemnity
Save for the Future – 401K & Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Find Balance – Employee Assistance Program, work/life balance culture
Time for You – Generous Paid Time Off, starting at 120 hours annually, plus 12 Paid Holidays per year
Position RequirementsAs aboveFull-Time/Part-Time Full-TimeAbout the Organization Astronics Corporation (Nasdaq: ATRO) serves the world's aerospace, defense, and other mission critical industries with proven, innovative technology solutions. Astronics works side-by-side with customers, integrating its array of power, connectivity, lighting, structures, interiors, and test technologies to solve complex challenges. For 50 years, Astronics has delivered creative, customer-focused solutions with exceptional responsiveness. Today, global airframe manufacturers, airlines, military branches, completion centers, and Fortune 500 companies rely on the collaborative spirit and innovation of Astronics.We offer our breadth of technology solutions and services through 11 subsidiary business units and numerous award-winning product brands. Serving our customers is our first priority, and every day we honor this mission with quality, partnership, and energetic global vision.EOE Statement Astronics is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.This position is currently accepting applications.