Lead Test Technician

Location:

Fort Walton Beach, FL, US, 32548

Job ID: 106353

The Leonardo DRS Airborne and Intelligence Systems business is a global leader and strategic partner committed to delivering world-class, full life-cycle defense and intelligence products that protect the security of our nation and our allies. From air combat training to state-of-the-art electronic warfare systems, our technology is deployed by virtually all U.S. military and government agencies around the world.

Job Summary

We are looking to add a Lead Test Technician to our team in Fort Walton Beach, FL.

This is for 1st Shift, we work a 9/80 (off every other Friday)

Job Responsibilities

Provide technical support to engineers and scientist on a variety of complex components, devices, material, products, processes and/or equipment
Work from complex wiring and assembly drawings, operation sheets, engineering specifications and sketches and running sheets of significant complexity
Interpret and follow written documents such as SOPs and safety rules
Ensure compliance with all safety and regulatory requirements applicable to the company in accordance with State and Federal regulations and any applicable certification required to maintain the certification
Lead training new team members
Interface with other departments to assure efficient flow of information and materials
Perform Key Performance Indicators:
Meet production deadlines
Quality of finished product (Pass/fail rates)
Raw material stock levels
Compliance outcomes
Diagnose cause of electrical, optical or mechanical malfunction or failure of operational equipment and performs preventative and corrective maintenance
Modify a variety of complex electrical prototypes to correct functional deviations
Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
Perform standard testing processes on a variety of equipment and recording results
Require knowledge of industry specific tests and testing equipment, alignment and troubleshooting test failures
Experienced RF Tech, with strong CCA component level trouble shooting skills, Power supply experience and good mechanical aptitude, familiar with all facets of diagnostic test equipment.
Primary & Essential Accountabilities:
Knowledge of basic RF principles and terminology
Troubleshoot digital and analog RF circuits to the component level
Remove and replace defective components
Repair circuits, wiring and soldering, using soldering irons and hand tools to install parts and adjust connections
Perform set up and testing of circuit cards using test procedures, computer based programs and various test equipment
Work from complex wiring and assembly drawings, operation sheets, engineering specifications and sketches of significant complexity
Lead training new team members
Experience with operation of high power RF systems a plus

Qualifications

Requires an associate’s degree in a technical discipline or equivalent experience in the field or in a related area or military training in Electronics Engineering technology/related field
Must demonstrate strong decision-making and leadership skills.
Experienced handling small delicate components, using ESD practices
Soldering and wire bonding experience a plus.
Must be experienced in the safe handling of chemicals.
Experienced in the use of various computer applications, including Access, Excel, and Labview.
Experience with MRP a plus.
Must have good mechanical skills
Experience in testing, troubleshooting and repairing circuit cards to component level
Experience with lab equipment (including but not limited to spectrum analyzers, signal generators, network analyzers, oscilloscopes)

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #AIS

Our Mission

To build shareholder value through a commitment to high ethical standards and a superior performance culture focused on customers, employees, financial results and corporate citizenship.

Our Vision

To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.

Our Values

Our employees appreciate a culture of open honest communications, and fair and equitable treatment. We accomplish this through:

INTEGRITY. At Leonardo DRS ethics and accountability always comes first.

OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE. We set high standards of performance for ourselves and others. We consistently deliver excellent products and services. We adhere to quality levels demanded by our customers. We assume responsibility and accountability to achieve excellence. We settle for nothing less.

CUSTOMER FOCUS. We go above and beyond to meet customer needs, and work to create long-term relationships with our customers.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION. We accept unconditionally the value that every individual has to offer. We embrace different points of view. We continually foster an environment that enables all employees to contribute to their full potential. We cooperate together as a diverse workforce serving a diverse population.

INNOVATION. At Leonardo DRS, innovation is in our DNA. We have built this company through the innovative ideas of our employees and continue to foster an environment that rewards new ideas to help our government and military customers save lives, solve critical problems and modernize to ensure mission success for years to come.

Leonardo DRS, Inc. is committed
to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. We are committed to building a workplace where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. At Leonardo DRS, we believe that a diverse and inclusive environment makes us a stronger Company. We embrace different points of view, respect one another in the workplace, and understand that an inclusive environment furthers creativity, innovation, and business performance.

For additional information on Leonardo DRS, please visit our website at www.leonardodrs.com

Nearest Major Market: Fort Walton Beach

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