Southwest Research Institute (SwRI)

PRINCIPAL TECHNICIAN - SR. TECHNICIAN - Space Hardware Printed Circuit Board Support

Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent; Associates degree in Electronic CAD or related field preferred.
  • 5 years of experience with PCB design software, preferably Altium Designer.
  • 5 years of experience in schematic capture and PCB layout development.
  • Familiarity with electronic development methods and configuration management.
  • Experience in troubleshooting and testing analog and digital electronics is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Develop schematic capture and Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) for spacecraft applications.
  • Create detailed Printed Wiring Assembly (PWA) drawings as part of the electronic design process.
  • Collaborate with Electrical and Mechanical engineers on interconnect systems for spaceflight and ground support.
  • Support the lifecycle of electronics design through parts procurement and engineering analysis.
  • Work independently while managing multiple tasks and contributing to a strong team environment.

Benefits

  • Details on benefits available at the San Antonio location and other locations.
  • Equal employment opportunity policies for all employees.
  • Potential for exposure to cutting-edge technology in spacecraft development.
Full Job Description
Who We Are:

As a recognized leader in spacecraft electronics, avionics, and instrumentation, we are helping to reveal to enable the next generation of orbital platforms.

Objectives of this Role:

  • Development of Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs), creation of detailed Printed Wiring Assembly (PWA) drawings, and Library component generation for electronic designs to be utilized in spacecraft and payload applications.
  • Provide support to parts procurement, engineering analysis, and manufacturing staff to support lifecycle of electronics design.


Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:

  • Responsibilities include Schematic capture, development of Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs), creation of detailed Printed Wiring Assembly (PWA) drawings, and Library component generation.
  • Work directly with Electrical and Mechanical engineers to develop printed circuit boards and interconnect systems for space flight applications and instruments as well as Ground Support PCBs to support flight electronic hardware for test.
  • Position may require additional hours to meet project schedules.
  • Must be able to function as a contributing member of a strong instrument development team within an existing group environment; work in a team environment as well as independently.
  • Complete assigned tasks without direct supervision and work on multiple tasks in parallel.


Requirements:

  • Requires a high school diploma or equivalent or an Associates degree in Electronic CAD, Architectural & Engineering CAD, or related program field. Related certifications in Altium Designer, IPC standards, or related are preferred.
  • 5 years: Must have a working knowledge of Altium Designer or equivalent PCB design software, basic configuration management methods, and electronic development methods.
  • 5 years: Schematic capture of Electronics design and development of Printed Wiring Board (PWB) layout.
  • Experience troubleshooting and testing analog and digital electronics is beneficial
  • A valid/clear driver's license is required.


Special Requirements:

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen.

Job Locations: San Antonio, Texas Or Austin, Texas

For more information about this division, visit the Space Systems home page.

For benefits information at our San Antonio location, click here .
For benefits information at all other locations, click here .

An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, and veteran status.

About Southwest Research Institute (SwRI)

Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) is a non-profit research and development organization headquartered in San Antonio, Texas. The institute was founded in 1947 and has since grown to employ over 3,000 people across multiple locations in the United States. SwRI provides research and development services to a variety of industries, including automotive, aerospace, and energy. The institute's research areas include automation and data systems, chemistry and chemical engineering, and space science and engineering. SwRI has a long history of working with government agencies, including NASA and the Department of Defense, as well as private companies.
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