Advanced Engineering Technician (Electrical) – 2nd Shift
Our DoD/Aerospace client is looking to fill an Advanced Engineering Technician (Electrical) – 2nd Shift position that just opened in Scottsdale, AZ. In this role, you will support experimental circuitry, laser/light transmission devices, and specialized test equipment throughout development, integration, and validation phases. To be considered, you will have an Associate’s Degree or equivalent plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience OR a High School Diploma plus 5+ years of related experience.
Location: Scottsdale, AZ
Position: Advanced Engineering Technician (Electrical)
Contract: 24 months or longer
Pay: $33.44/hour
Shift: 2nd Shift
ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:
Working closely with Engineering, Operations Support, and cross?functional teams, the Advanced Engineering Technician supports a wide range of engineering activities including design support, test, checkout, modification, fabrication, and assembly of prototype electrical and electro?mechanical systems. The role supports experimental circuitry, laser/light transmission devices, and specialized test equipment throughout development, integration, and validation phases.
Key Responsibilities:
- Interpret and work from engineering drawings, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, diagrams, and written instructions
- Construct, modify, debug, troubleshoot, calibrate, test, and adjust a wide variety of electrical, electronic, and electro?mechanical tools, equipment, and systems
- Build, modify, and support prototype electrical assemblies, including wiring, cabling, power distribution, signal routing, and grounding
- Perform electrical testing and troubleshooting using standard laboratory equipment (e.g., multimeters, power supplies, oscilloscopes, signal generators)
- Conduct, analyze, and document statistically based experiments to define process parameters and support engineering development efforts
- Organize, analyze, and interpret test and measurement data to identify cause?and?effect relationships and recommend corrective actions or process improvements
- Implement and document complex technical solutions to improve processes, reliability, and efficiency
- Design and construct basic tooling, fixtures, and test aids to support unique or non?standard engineering tasks
- Support system integration, test, and checkout activities by documenting electrical and technical findings in a clear and traceable manner
- Perform work in compliance with established electrical workmanship and safety standards
What You’ll Experience:
- Exposure to cutting?edge technologies that are often mission?critical or classified
- Collaboration with a team of innovative engineers, technicians, and technical experts
- Ongoing opportunities to learn and apply new technologies as they are developed and deployed
What you bring to the table:
- Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electronics, Mechatronics, or a related technical discipline (or equivalent combination of education and experience), plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant hands?on technical experience OR a High School Diploma plus a minimum of 5 years of related experience.
- Demonstrated hands?on experience with electrical assembly, wiring, and troubleshooting
- Solid working knowledge of AC/DC fundamentals, basic circuit theory, and electrical safety practices
- Proficient in the use of fabrication tools and equipment for electrical and electro?mechanical hardware
- Proven ability to fabricate, assemble, and support complex electrical and electro?mechanical hardware
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, engineering drawings, and wiring documentation
- Solid understanding of generally accepted technical and engineering theory
- Strong attention to detail, documentation skills, and problem?solving ability
Clearance Requirements:
- Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
- Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience fabricating and testing electrical harnesses, cables, and connectors
- Familiarity with IPC standards (e.g., IPC?A?610, J?STD?001)
- Experience supporting electrical test, verification, and system integration activities
- Background working in a lab, R&D, or prototype development environment
- Exposure to optics, RF, or laser?based electrical systems (as applicable)
About our client:
Our client is a mission critical DOD – Aerospace defense contractor developing solutions that will lead, serve, and protect our country. Our client develops strategic systems for defense, civil government, intelligence and cyber end users on a international basis.
About APR:
Since 1980 APR Consulting, Inc. has provided professional recruiting and contingent workforce solutions to a diverse mix of clients, industries, and skill sets nationwide.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity! If you feel your experience is a match for this position, please apply today and join our team. We look forward to working with you!
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APR Consulting, Inc., is one of the most trusted talent acquisition and workforce solutions providers in the United States. Known for exceptional responsiveness, agile strategies, and consistently high-level talent, the firm has become a go-to for organizations and managed services providers navigating complex change and urgent challenges. Since its founding in 1980, APR has transformed from a California IT-focused staffing firm to a full-service solutions provider filling a wide range of positions and serving over eight industries — including aerospace and defense, healthcare, IT, telecom, hospitality/gaming, sports/entertainment, government, and utilities –– in all 50 states, with a loyal roster of more than 850 specialized professionals.