Electronic Technician
- Halifax, NS, Canada
Full-time
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Original job description
Requisition ID: 2692
Why Choose IMP Aerospace & Defence
IMP Aerospace & Defence is not only one of the leading companies in the Aerospace field, but we are also one of the most engaging and equality advocating companies to work for. We believe that regardless of where you work at IMP Aerospace & Defence, you are a part of our ever-growing team. IMP is able to achieve success through this teamwork mindset. That is why at IMP, you are not defined by your role.
Position Overview
To troubleshoot, repair and overhaul and/or manufacture avionics equipment as well as various other electronic equipment items.
What You Will Do
Why Choose IMP Aerospace & Defence
IMP Aerospace & Defence is not only one of the leading companies in the Aerospace field, but we are also one of the most engaging and equality advocating companies to work for. We believe that regardless of where you work at IMP Aerospace & Defence, you are a part of our ever-growing team. IMP is able to achieve success through this teamwork mindset. That is why at IMP, you are not defined by your role.
Position Overview
To troubleshoot, repair and overhaul and/or manufacture avionics equipment as well as various other electronic equipment items.
What You Will Do
- Manufactures and assembles printed circuit boards and electronic components in accordance with applicable technical documentation and drawings
- Cleans, tests, repairs, troubleshoots and rectifies snags on printed circuit boards and electronic components brought in for repair and overhaul.
- Cleans, tests, repairs, troubleshoots and rectifies snags on electronic equipment containing Radio-Active Material (RAM).
- Operates equipment used to carry out tests and repairs to electronic components.
- Uses appropriate chemicals to clean, bond and/or otherwise process electronic components.
- Assists other Electronics Technicians in performing trade related tasks.
- May be required to provide on-job-training to other members of the Electronics Technician Classification.
- Keeps immediate work area clean and tidy.
- Assumes other trade-related duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Avionics R&O Program Manager.
- Candidate must have, as a minimum, a Certificate or Diploma as an Electronics Technician received from an accredited College/Trade school or equivalent from a Canadian Military Trade school.
- Candidate must be able to read and interpret blueprints, electronic schematics and Technical Manuals.
- Candidate must have also received training in soldering techniques of miniature components.
- Candidate must pass minimum vision test.
- Previous experience in troubleshooting electro-mechanical components and/or analog circuitry is highly desirable.
- Previous experience in an Electronics Lab environment is desirable.
- Previous experience as an avionics technician with on-aircraft experience is an asset.
- Ability to work in a team environment with engineers and other technicians from varied backgrounds.
- Ability to initiate work without direction. Demonstrate a personal commitment to IMP Occupational Health, Safety and Environment policies.
- Continually focusing on your individual safety and the safety of others who may be affected by your work and to fully comply with all Federal Health and Safety Legislation.
- Participate in Continuous Improvement, Lean & 6S activities in your area.
- Must be eligible to meet requirements for Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Canadian Government Security Clearances.
- All IMP's benefits become effective on your first day of work, regardless of your position.
- Employees are entitled to 3 paid personal days and 12 statutory holidays per year.
- We offer a comprehensive Benefits Package, including RRSP Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, Long Service Awards, Volunteer Grant Program, Scholarship Program, and more!
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Responsibilities
Manufacture and assemble printed circuit boards and electronic components, and clean, test, troubleshoot, repair, and overhaul avionics and other electronic equipment, including equipment containing radioactive material. Operate test and repair equipment, assist and train other technicians as needed, and maintain a clean work area while following safety and continuous improvement practices.
Requirements
A certificate or diploma in electronics technology from an accredited college or trade school, or an equivalent Canadian military trade qualification, is required, along with the ability to interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals and training in miniature-component soldering. Candidates must pass a vision test and be eligible for applicable Canadian Controlled Goods, U.S. ITAR, and Canadian government security requirements; troubleshooting experience and avionics or electronics laboratory experience are desirable.
Skills
- Avionics Equipment Repair
- Electronic Equipment Troubleshooting
- Printed Circuit Board Assembly
- Electronic Component Testing
- Repair and Overhaul
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Electronic Schematics
- Technical Manual Interpretation
- Miniature Component Soldering
- Electro-Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Analog Circuitry
- Electronics Laboratory Experience
- Teamwork
- On-the-Job Training
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Continuous Improvement
Benefits
- Paid Personal Days
- Statutory Holidays
- Benefits Package
- RRSP Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Long Service Awards
- Volunteer Grant Program
- Scholarship Program
Visa sponsorship
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- Engineering
- Manufacturing
- Transportation
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Avionics
- Electronics Technician
- Printed Circuit Boards
- Electronic Components
- Troubleshooting
- Repair
- Overhaul
- Manufacturing
- Assembly
- Radioactive Material
- Test Equipment
- Soldering
- Miniature Components
- Blueprints
- Electronic Schematics
- Technical Manuals
- Electro-Mechanical Components
- Analog Circuitry
- Electronics Laboratory
- On-Aircraft Experience
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Continuous Improvement
- Lean
- 6S
- Controlled Goods Program
- ITAR
- Security Clearance