Avionics Lead Technician

Title : Avionics Lead Technician

Duration : 6-24 month contract-to-hire opportunities

Location : Kennedy Space Center, FL

Description :

• We are seeking a highly skilled Avionics Integration Supervisors / Engineers to join our dynamic team of experts.
• Your role will involve supervising technicians, inspecting, and testing avionics assembly's integral to our various spaceflight systems.
• Positions are 6-24 month contract-to-hire opportunities.
• This position is expected to be 100% onsite with less then 20% travel.
• Any work location outside home base (more then 50 Miles) would be reimbursed with local GSA rates.
• Roles would start in a shop environment on the SPACE COAST or WESTERN FLORIDA and transition into the field at KENNEDY SPACE CENTER.

Position Overview / Job Summary :

• Avionics Supervisor / Engineer are responsible for supervising technicians and interpolating electronic equipment systems for space system components for the Artemis programs.
• As the Avionics Engineer, your contributions will be critical to ensuring safe, consistent, and groundbreaking advancements in human spaceflight.

Key Responsibilities (responsibilities include but are not limited to) :

• Understanding / Supervising Technicians whom
• Performing installation of avionic components and systems, ensuring operational reliability and adherence to design specifications.
• Reads instructions, such as work orders, diagrams, and wire lists to determine materials needed and sequence of assembly
• Mount and install components, including programmable logic controllers (PLCs), human-machine interfaces (HMIs), relays, contactors, switches and terminal blocks in panel enclosures.

Assembles cables, buses, and electromechanical systems

• Read instructions such as work orders, diagrams and wire lists to determine materials needed and sequence of assembly
• Measures, cuts, solders and or crimps wire and contacts to fabricate wire harness
• Conduct detailed installations, including intricate cable harness configurations, ensuring all avionic installations meet safety and quality standards
• Inspect, test and verify avionics assemblies against technical models, drawings, specification and work instructions.
• Troubleshoot avionic system issues, carrying out necessary modifications, rework, repairs or maintenance to resolve malfunctions
• Ensure the optimal function of avionics systems by conducting thorough inspections, cleanings, measurements and testing activities
• Understand and adheres to quality management systems standards, requirements and procedures
• Collaborate with teams to perform in-field harness installations
• Spearhead continuous improvement efforts in avionic installation processes, prioritizing safety and operational efficiency.
• Maintain a collaborative team environment, effectively balancing multiple priorities and adapting to rapidly evolving project needs.
• Treat all team members with respect and dignity ensuring a collaborative culture is continually developed and maintained.

Basic Qualifications :

• High school diploma or GED
• Must be a US Citizen or Perm Resident of the U.S.
• Must be able to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check, including verification of employment and education.
• Must be physically capable to conduct field inspections and participate in project walkdowns which require the following activities : extensive walking in and around a shop and construction site, climbing ladders, climbing scaffolding, walking on elevated platforms, walking on uneven surfaces, climbing in very small and / or confined spaces, and lifting up to 40 lbs.
• Bachelors degree in related field preferred.
• Experience in lieu of college education will be considered.
• Five (5+) years' experience as an electrical engineer or other relevant industry experience.
• Applicants with experience that exceed the minimum may be considered for a higher-level Avionics Engineering position.

Minimum Qualifications :

• Previous Experience working with wire crimping and connector soldering & experience with engineering drawings, wire diagrams, and electrical schematics
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite / 365 including Excel, Word, Outlook and Teams.
• Experience with avionics manufacturing and operation of related test equipment. Proficiency in harsh environment cable harness assembly procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Familiarity with industry standards such as IPC / WHMA-A-620, MIL-DTL-22520, NASA-STD-8739, J-STD-001, and ANSI / ESD S20.20.
• Proficient in using measurement tools and understanding basic math concepts.
• Commitment to providing the highest quality products and services that meet or exceed the requirements and expectations of our customer, actively pursuing opportunities for continual improvements of service quality.

Desired / Preferred Qualifications :

• Further technical training or industry certification preferred. Any trade school training and / or degree in related field or previous military experience
• A minimum of 10-15 years in a manufacturing role in aerospace or similar industry, with a focus on avionics or harness fabrication.
• Proven success as a "hands-on" technical leader
• Work optimally with a strong work ethic and close attention to detail in a fast-paced dynamic team environment with rapidly changing roles and responsibilities
• Electromechanical systems and assembly background.
• IPC J-Std-001 and / or IPC-620 certification, NASA space addendum 8739.4 certified.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, and fix problems that may arise.
• Ability to collaborate with many different teams / individuals to reach a common goal by building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation maintaining positive and professional relationships, and contributing to a culture of inclusion
• Shift / Schedule
• This position is for the day shift generally working 7 : 00am - 5 : 30pm, which includes two 15-minute break and 30-minute unpaid lunch.

Position is offered by a no fee agency.