"Abaco Systems is a global leader in commercial open architecture computing and rugged embedded electronics. With more than 30 years of experience in aerospace & defense, industrial, energy, medical, communications and other critical sectors, Abaco's innovative solutions align with open standards to accelerate customer success. Abaco Systems is a business unit of AMETEK, Inc., a leading global manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices with 2021 sales of more than $6.5 billion."

Job Profile Summary

Electronic Debug Technicians are responsible for conducting component-level debugging. Technicians will be responsible for providing defect and possible root cause feedback to Manufacturing Engineering to help drive corrective action.

Job Description

Abaco Systems is looking for an Electronic Debug Technician to join our team here in Huntsville. This individual will have a proven background in troubleshooting electronic assemblies and will work closely with other departments in our organization to help us to continue to deliver quality products to our customers.

Role Responsibilities:

• Conduct functional Level Board Test utilizing software-controlled test platforms in MS Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Testing and debugging VME Analog and Digital products.
• Utilizing environmental chambers for board-level assembly and systems testing.
• Work on assignments that are moderately difficult, requiring judgement in resolving issues or making recommendations.
• Utilizing in-system device programming tools such as Altera, Lattice, or Xilinx.
• Debug electronic circuit card assemblies using engineering documents and boundary-scan tools (i.e. JTAG), specifically using Asses-Inter-Tech hardware.
• Meet daily and help manage Aged Work-In-Progress (WIP).
• Follow and enforce all Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) guidelines.
• Work as a team member evaluating trend data and drive root cause corrective action when needed.
• Using digital multi-meters and Oscilloscopes to diagnose non-working products.
• Testing copper or optical fiber networking products as well as RF circuit card assemblies.
• Performing basic hardware instillation/removal tasks using screwdrivers or other small hand tools as may be required before and after testing.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma / GED
• 3+ years' experience testing electronic circuit card assemblies.
• 1+ years' experience reading technical documents and following procedures for testing electronic circuit card assemblies.

Skills & Competencies:

• Knowledge of Six-Sigma or Statistical Process Controls (SPC) training or equivalent training.
• Ability to interpret schematics, component datasheets, and product manuals.
• Skilled in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Understanding of high-speed bus structures and power supply operational theory.

Abaco is a Department of Defense (DoD) supplier and as such employees may work with or be exposed to controlled information that may only be seen or handled by US citizens or qualified permanent residents.

Compensation

Salary Minimum: Market

Salary Maximum: Market

Incentive: No

Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.0 billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers' most complex challenges. We employ 21,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK (NYSE:AME) is a component of the S&P 500. Visit www.ametek.com for more information.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 (866) 263-8359.

Nearest Major Market: Huntsville