Engineering Technician

About the Position

As an Engineering Technician on our team in East Aurora, New York, you’ll be a key player in making sure our advanced aerospace electronics meet the highest standards before they ever leave the building. Your day-to-day work directly contributes to solving problems and ensuring product quality across multiple programs.

Responsibilities

As an Engineering Technician, you'll play an important role in day-to-day operations across various product lines, helping minimize downtime and keep shipments on schedule. You'll work closely with technical and manufacturing teams, primarily troubleshooting electronic products that don't pass acceptance testing requirements.

Key responsibilities include:

• Using schematics and other design documentation to troubleshoot electronic circuits
• Performing detailed visual inspections for:
  • General workmanship and solder acceptability per IPC-610
  • Component locations and orientations
  • Proper wiring
• Setting up and executing acceptance tests to duplicate identified problems
• Taking electrical measurements and analyzing results
• Determining root cause of failures
• Reviewing findings with manufacturing and engineering teams
• Documenting steps taken and findings using Excel or database systems

Requirements

We're open to candidates who meet the qualifications under either of the following options:

Option 1: Advanced Electronic Troubleshooting

• Ability to read and understand schematic diagrams and circuits
• Familiarity with common electronic components (transistors, capacitors, resistors, inductors, diodes, regulators, op-amps) and how to test them
• Proficiency with electronic test and measurement equipment (power supplies, multimeters, oscilloscopes, function generators, spectrum analyzers)
• Minimum 3 years of experience troubleshooting electronic circuits

Option 2: Prior Experience with Astronics LSI Products

• Familiarity with LSI workorder planning and release processes, manufacturing routers
• Working knowledge of MCR, ATP, and ATR documentation-where to locate them and how to get them updated
• Experience with assembly and testing of LSI products
• Experience with the Part 145 repair program
• Minimum 5 years of employment with LSI

Additionally, all candidates should have:

• Strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• A demonstrated track record of success working in team-based environments

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED required; a related college degree is a plus
• Technical degree or military training in electronics is highly desired but not required

We Offer

• Flexibility that works: 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off
• Culture of Balance & Growth – We believe in creating space for life outside of work while offering constant opportunities to sharpen your skills and grow your career.
• Impact You Can See – Our designs will fly. Literally. Work on real products for real aircraft used around the world.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly pay range: $25.00 - $32.00/hour, influenced by several factors including experience, skill set, education, certifications, market conditions, and business needs.
• Competitive rewards: Benefits start the first of the month after hire, quarterly bonus tied to company profitability, 401(k) with 3% company contribution, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid holidays (including a full Christmas week shutdown), and comprehensive health/vision/dental coverage.

About the Company

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 over 50 years, Astronics has delivered creative, customer-focused solutions with exceptional responsiveness. Today, global airframe manufacturers, airlines, militaries, completion centers and Fortune 500 companies rely on the collaborative spirit and innovation of Astronics. The Company's strategy is to increase its value by developing technologies and capabilities that provide innovative solutions to its targeted markets.

For more information on Astronics and its solutions, visit www.Astronics.com.

Ready to build a rewarding career in aerospace electronics? Apply today!