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Job Description

Lay out, build, test, troubleshoot, repair, and modify developmental and production electronic components, parts, equipment, and systems, such as computer equipment, missile control instrumentation, electron tubes, test equipment, and machine tool numerical controls, applying principles and theories of electronics, electrical circuitry, engineering mathematics, electronic and electrical testing, and physics. Usually work under direction of engineering staff.

Job Details

The SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) code is 17-3023.01

☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Electronics Engineering Technicians”.

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Tasks for “Senior Electronics Technician”

Develop or upgrade preventative maintenance procedures for components, equipment, parts, or systems.
Procure parts and maintain inventory and related documentation.
Maintain working knowledge of state-of-the-art tools or software by reading or attending conferences, workshops, or other training.
Survey satellite receival sites for proper signal level or provide technical assistance in dish location or installation, transporting dishes as necessary.
Build prototypes from rough sketches or plans.
Provide user applications or engineering support or recommendations for new or existing equipment with regard to installation, upgrades, or enhancements.
Adjust or replace defective or improperly functioning circuitry or electronics components, using hand tools or soldering iron.
Research equipment or component needs, sources, competitive prices, delivery times, or ongoing operational costs.
Provide customer support and education, working with users to identify needs, determine sources of problems, or to provide information on product use.
Design basic circuitry and draft sketches for clarification of details and design documentation under engineers' direction, using drafting instruments or computer-aided design (CAD) equipment.
Write computer or microprocessor software programs.
Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions, working with manufacturers or field representatives as necessary to procure replacement parts.
Write reports or record data on testing techniques, laboratory equipment, or specifications to assist engineers.
Maintain system logs or manuals to document testing or operation of equipment.
Assemble, test, or maintain circuitry or electronic components, according to engineering instructions, technical manuals, or knowledge of electronics, using hand or power tools.
Test electronics units, using standard test equipment, and analyze results to evaluate performance and determine need for adjustment.
Perform preventative maintenance or calibration of equipment or systems.
Fabricate parts, such as coils, terminal boards, or chassis, using bench lathes, drills, or other machine tools.
Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, or engineering instructions for assembling electronics units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components.

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Q meters
Oscilloscopes
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Current probes
Wire cutters
Nanosecond universal counters
Power drills
Power meters
Programmable logic controllers PLC
Dataloggers
Ammeters
Frequency counters
Welding hoods
Binocular light compound microscopes
Computerized numerical control CNC machining centers
Phase shifters
Function generators
Digital cameras
Voltage probes
Impedance meters
Digital plotters
Microprocessors
Adjustable wrenches
Logic analyzers
Soldering stations
Wire crimpers
Adjustable widemouth pliers
Wattmeters
Magnetic pickup tools
Notebook computers
Desktop computers
Wire strippers
Personal computers
Power screwdrivers
Brushless direct current DC motors
Welding goggles
Laser printers
Screwdrivers
Soldering equipment
Digital voltmeters DVM
Wire wrap guns
Transformers
Voltage testers
Signal measuring equipment
Multimeters
Tachometers
Ohmmeters
Dynamometers
Anti-static heel grounders

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