Electrical Engineering Technologist | Aerospace & Defense

Electrical Engineering Technologist |

Aerospace & Defense Experience:

Hands-on electrical/electronics background required (10+ years in lieu of degree)

Compensation:

Up to $70,000 (commensurate with experience)

Travel:

~20 days/year (domestic)

Location:

Greater Milwaukee / NE Wisconsin Corridor (On-site)

Employment Type:

Full-time, Direct Hire | 401(k) included

Authorization:

U.S. Work Authorization Required (No sponsorship available) Step away from the "cog in the machine" corporate environment. We are a veteran-owned aerospace and defense manufacturer that has seen a decade of consistent growth by delivering specialized electronic lighting systems for elite military and aviation applications. This isn't a repetitive assembly line role. Here, you are a critical bridge between design and production. Because we are a lean, agile team, you will touch every phase of the build cycle—from initial prototype soldering to complex engineering troubleshooting. If you are a technician who takes pride in technical precision and wants to see your work literally take flight, this is the environment for you. We offer a non-bureaucratic, mission-first culture where ownership is expected and career growth into broader engineering responsibilities is a clear path. What you will be doing

Precision Assembly:

Solder and assemble PCBs to IPC standards for both prototype and production runs

Technical Troubleshooting:

Diagnose and resolve issues within electrical assemblies, schematics, and wiring

Engineering Liaison:

Support board layouts, prototype builds, product testing, and manufacturing startups

Project Coordination:

Assist with BOM development, parts sourcing, and equipment specification

Documentation:

Prepare technical specifications, design drawings, and calculations

Quality Standards:

Support QA activities in alignment with AS9100D aerospace requirements

Team Collaboration:

Work side-by-side with engineering staff to manage and execute multiple concurrent programs What we are looking for

Bench-Level Expertise:

A strong background as an electronics or electrical technologist—hands-on skill is our #1 priority

PCB Proficiency:

Solid experience in PCB assembly/soldering; IPC certification or equivalent proficiency is essential

Schematic Literacy:

Ability to confidently read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams

Problem-Solving Instincts:

A natural ability to troubleshoot circuit and assembly issues independently

Quality Exposure:

Familiarity with AS9100D or aerospace-grade quality environments is highly preferred

Self-Starter Mentality:

While you support engineering, you must be comfortable executing tasks with minimal supervision

Education/Experience:

An Associate's degree in Electronics or Electrical Technology is preferred; however, 10+ years of direct industry experience is considered a full equivalent Strong pluses (not required) Experience with LED/lighting products or photometric measurement Familiarity with NVIS or military-spec lighting systems Exposure to SolidWorks or P-SPICE Military background or experience within a defense-contracting environment