The Role
Performs IPC-compliant soldering, PCB assembly, rework, electro-mechanical assembly, harness fabrication, and RF cable and antenna assembly in a custom hardware development environment. Operates SMT, pick-and-place, reflow, and inspection equipment; conducts quality inspections and troubleshooting; documents assembly work; and collaborates with development engineers on design-for-manufacturing and design-for-assembly feedback. Requires five years of hardware engineering experience, technical education, IPC certifications, and an active TS/SCI with polygraph clearance.
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GCI embodies excellence, integrity and professionalism. The employees supporting our customers deliver unique, high-value mission solutions while effectively leverage the technological expertise of our valued workforce to meet critical mission requirements in the areas of Data Analytics and Software Development, Engineering, Targeting and Analysis, Operations, Training, and Cyber Operations. We maximize opportunities for success by building and maintaining trusted and reliable partnerships with our customers and industry.
At GCI, we solve the hard problems. As a Hardware Engineer, a typical day will include the following duties:
Job Description:
We are looking for a Solder and Mechanical Assembly Technician to perform standard compliant solder and mechanical assembly of electronics and hardware in a small custom hardware development environment. Candidates should be able to install and solder components on PCBs, including surface-mount and through-hole components, following IPC standards, perform hand soldering, and paste reflow soldering. Mechanical experience includes performing electro-mechanical assembly and disassembly, create custom electronic harnesses, and familiarity with RF antenna mechanical and cable assembly. Candidate will perform inspections and quality assurance testing. The ideal candidate will be IPC certified, has strong analytical problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and strong documentation skills.
Solder and Mechanical Assembly Technician qualifications:
Perform standard compliant solder and mechanical assembly of electronics and hardware in a small custom hardware development environment.
- Soldering:
- Install and solder components on PCBs, including surface-mount and through-hole components, following IPC standards and workmanship requirements.
- Excellent hand soldering skills.
- Experience with paste reflow soldering.
- Familiarity with BGA/microchip rework machine.
- Setting up, operating, and monitoring automated equipment like Surface Mount Technology (SMT) machines, pick-and-place (PNP) machines, and soldering systems.
- Ability to perform PCB rework and repair.
- Mechanical:
- Experience with performing electro-mechanical assembly and disassembly.
- Review and assemble products according to assembly drawings, schematics, and work instructions.
- Assemble components manually using hand tools and bench mounted tools.
- Ability to create custom electronic harness assemblies.
- Familiarity with RF antenna mechanical and cable assembly (coax, u.fl, N-type)
- Quality Assurance:
- Perform receiving inspections of PCBs.
- Perform quality checks, identify defects, and ensure adherence to product specifications.
- Experience with X-ray electronic inspection imagery.
- General:
- IPC CIS certifications (J-STD-001, IPC-A-610/620, and 7711/7721).
- Working knowledge and understanding of the basic principles, theories, concepts, and practices in the applicable area of engineering/technical specialization.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot issues with parts, assemblies, and equipment.
- Work directly with development team to provide design feedback with emphasis on DFM and DFA.
- Experience using lab equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, and continuity testers.
- Strong documentation skills for all work that is performed including the ability to produce electronics assembly documentation.
- Performs other related duties as assigned by management.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education.
- Minimum five (5) years of related hardware engineering experience.
*A candidate must be a US Citizen and requires an active/current TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent education and experience
- Minimum five years of related hardware engineering experience
- US citizenship
- Active/current TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance
- IPC CIS certifications, including J-STD-001, IPC-A-610/620, and IPC-7711/7721
- Surface-mount and through-hole PCB soldering experience
- Paste reflow soldering experience
- PCB rework and repair experience
- Electro-mechanical assembly and disassembly experience
- Custom electronic harness assembly experience
- RF antenna mechanical and cable assembly familiarity
- Experience with receiving inspections, quality checks, defect identification, and product specification compliance
- Experience with X-ray electronic inspection imagery
- Experience using multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, and continuity testers
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, problem-solving, and documentation skills
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The Company
What We Do
GCI is an Engineering and IT Services company focusing on Data Analytics, Engineering, Cyber Operations, Targeting and Analysis, Operations Solutions and Training. We help our customers solve their greatest challenges by providing exceptional consulting and mission solutions.
