Description
Engineering Technician
Huntsville, AL
Who We Are
Aurex is a mission-focused aerospace and defense company building the next frontier of deterrence. From hypersonics and missile defense to hardened networks and orbital systems, we design, test, and deliver the platforms that turn unproven ideas into battlefield-ready capability.
Born in Huntsville and built for speed, Aurex brings together aerospace veterans, combat-tested operators, and forward-leaning technologists to solve problems that matter—fast. We move from whiteboard to warfighter with precision, clarity, and zero tolerance for fluff.
Job Overview
Aurex is seeking an experienced and hands-on Lead Electrical Technician / Production Manager to oversee PCB design, fabrication, assembly, and wire harness production for next-generation spacecraft, aircraft, and robotic systems. This leadership role combines advanced technical expertise in high-reliability electronics with production management responsibilities to ensure Class 3 quality standards are met throughout the manufacturing lifecycle.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design, fabrication, assembly, and testing of Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) and wire harnesses to IPC Class 3 standards
- Develop and maintain assembly procedures, work instructions, and operating procedures for PCB and cable harness production
- Perform root cause analysis and investigations to identify issues and implement corrective solutions
- Build, rework, repair, and inspect Printed Wiring Assemblies, RMAs, cable harnesses, high-level assemblies, and subassemblies to IPC Class 3 standards
- Integrate subassemblies and high-level assemblies while maintaining IPC Class 3 compliance
- Oversee manufacturing output generation including BOMs, FAB drawings, Gerber layers, ODB++, NC drill, Step files, and 3D PDFs
- Collaborate with fabrication houses on DFM reviews, send RFQs, and present options to program managers and stakeholders
- Conduct peer reviews of PCB designs, attend schematic and layout reviews, and provide technical feedback
- Manage production workflows, ensure manufacturability under tight constraints, and coordinate with document control for proper release
- Supervise and train technicians in soldering, troubleshooting, inspection, and testing processes
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including mechanical engineers, thermal engineers, and project managers to establish proper interfaces
Basic Qualifications
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electronics, or a related field with significant industry experience
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in high-reliability PCB design, fabrication, and assembly (aerospace/defense preferred)
- Proven expertise designing PCBs to IPC Class 3 standards using Altium Designer
- Extensive experience with multilayer boards, mixed signals, high current requirements, multiple grounds, DDR2, flex/rigid-flex, and controlled impedance stack-ups
- Strong circuit troubleshooting, soldering, and testing skills using oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, function generators, LCR meters, and thermal chambers.
- Demonstrated ability to perform DRCs, DFMs, root cause analysis, and peer reviews
Preferred Qualifications
- Certified IPC trainer or technician/trainer
- Experience developing manufacturing outputs and collaborating with fab shops on RFQ processes
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and Altium Designer
- Background in AC/DC circuits, digital circuits, and solid-state fundamentals
- Leadership or supervisory experience in an electronics production environment
What we offer
- The opportunity to work on cutting-edge spacecraft, aircraft and robotics systems with real-world impact.
- A collaborative and fast-paced work environment with passionate engineers and technicians.
- Continuous learning and growth opportunities
How You Will Be Rewarded
The salary for this role is $29-$34 per hour We offer a comprehensive total rewards approach to compensation, providing incentives and benefits that extend far beyond the base salary. Compensation is determined by the candidate's work experience, education, training, and relevant skills. We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support our employees' health, well-being, and professional growth.
Location: Huntsville, AL
Aurex is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It prohibits discrimination, retaliation, or any type of harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, citizenship, immigration status, or any other legally protected status in employment, including in hiring, firing, and recruiting decisions. All applicants must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States for positions at Aurex. There may be limited circumstances in which a law, regulation, executive order, or government contract would require certain citizenship; only in those limited circumstances would Aurex require certain citizenship status to comply with the relevant law, regulation, executive order, or government contract applicable to that position. For all other positions, Aurex does not consider an applicant's citizenship but only requires that the applicant be authorized to work lawfully in the United States. If a position is one that falls under export control laws and regulations requiring authorization from the U.S. government to access export-controlled items, any hiring is contingent on the applicant passing the export compliance assessment, which is separate from the I-9 process, for that specific position. A background check will be required prior to any hire.
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