Electrical Manufacturing Test Support Engineer

Location: Huntsville, AL

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

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Leidos’ Defense Systems, Electrical Systems Department is seeking a talented Electrical Manufacturing Test Support Engineer to join a multidisciplinary team to support the Indirect Fires Protection Capability, Increment 2 (IFPC Inc. 2) program in our Huntsville, AL location. The ideal candidate will thrive in a learning environment that encourages leadership and technical growth.

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Primary Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary technical expert for diagnosing and resolving failures in circuit cards and electronic assemblies during manufacturing acceptance testing.

• Conduct root cause analysis to systematically investigate and determine the root cause of test failures.

• Utilize advanced diagnostic equipment and hands-on techniques to isolate faults and implement corrective actions.

• Work closely with production floor personnel to provide real-time support and training on troubleshooting best practices.

• Examine individual components, solder joints, and circuit paths for defects, damage, or improper assembly.

• Attempt to reproduce failures in a controlled environment to isolate the fault and understand failure modes.

• Record findings, test data, and steps taken during troubleshooting for traceability and future reference.

• Work closely with manufacturing, quality assurance, and design teams to communicate findings and recommend corrective actions.

• Participate in the nonconformance reporting (NCR) process, providing technical input and supporting documentation.

• Suggest improvements to design, manufacturing, or testing processes to prevent similar failures in future production.

• Provide feedback to design engineering on recurring failure modes and recommend design improvements.

Basic Qualifications

• Candidate must possess a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent degree from an ABET-accredited institution.

• Candidate must have 8+ years of experience in electrical system design, test, and manufacturing from architecture through implementation or 4+ years with MS degree.

• Candidate must have 5+ years experience troubleshooting circuit card assemblies in a development and/or manufacturing environment

• Candidate must have experience with technical problem solving and root cause analysis

• Candidate must be capable of performing in a collaborative engineering environment working closely with multi-disciplinary teams.

• Candidate must have demonstrated experience effectively communicating within a team environment

• Candidate must have the ability to interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and system block diagrams.

• Candidate must have experience troubleshooting circuit card assemblies.

• Candidate must have proven understanding of fundamental circuits and circuit components

• Candidate must have hands-on laboratory experience with instrumentation, test equipment, and debug/test methods.

• Candidate must be a self-starter with the ability to work independently

• You must be a U.S. Citizen and be eligible to obtain and maintain a Final Secret Clearance.

• Candidates must be a resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to the Huntsville - North Alabama, AL area.

Preferred Qualifications

• Electrical design for military hardware or aerospace systems.

• Experience supporting electronics manufacturing.

• Experience with product lifecycle management.

• Experience with the NCR disposition process.

• Familiarity with manufacturing execution systems (MES) or ERP systems for tracking nonconformances

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