Title:

Development Technician IV Location:

Westminster CO Pay:

$42.14/hr. on W2

Contract:

1 year Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent with 3+ years of related technical experience. Associate, Bachelor's, or Master's degree in a technical discipline may substitute for applicable years of experience. Experience supporting hardware integration, testing, troubleshooting, and assembly activities. Proficiency using electronic test equipment, including: Digital Multimeters (DMMs) Digital Oscilloscopes Function Generators Programmable Power Supplies Strong understanding of analog, digital, power, and FPGA-based electronic systems. Experience reading and interpreting electrical schematics, engineering drawings, and wiring diagrams. Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Teams, Excel, Word, and Outlook. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work onsite in laboratory, production, manufacturing, and cleanroom environments. Preferred Qualifications Experience with aerospace, defense, space systems, or flight hardware programs. Knowledge of IPC/WHMA-A-620, IPC-A-610, and

J-STD-001

workmanship standards. Experience performing environmental testing, including vibration, thermal, and thermal vacuum (TVAC) testing. Experience supporting engineering development units (EDUs), test systems, and ground support equipment. Familiarity with cable fabrication, harness assembly, and hardware rework. Experience utilizing automated test scripts and hardware command/control systems. Knowledge of ESD controls, FOD prevention practices, and laboratory safety procedures. About the Role As a Development Technician IV, you will support the integration, testing, assembly, and troubleshooting of complex electronic and hardware systems. You will work closely with engineering and program teams to ensure hardware meets design, performance, and quality requirements throughout development and production lifecycle activities. This role requires hands-on technical expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to operate effectively in laboratory, cleanroom, and production environments while supporting testing, validation, and hardware readiness objectives. Responsibilities Integration & Test Perform box-level integration and subsystem testing activities. Execute functional, environmental, and system-level test procedures. Support vibration, thermal, thermal vacuum (TVAC), and other environmental qualification tests. Conduct power-on verification, operational validation, and post-test evaluations. Troubleshoot hardware, assemblies, and test equipment down to the component level. Operate automated test systems and utilize software scripts to command hardware and monitor system performance. Configure, install, and troubleshoot test equipment, test racks, and associated cabling. Verify cable continuity and functionality using DMMs and continuity test systems. Assembly & Fabrication Assemble, fabricate, modify, and rework electronic hardware, cables, chassis, and rack assemblies. Follow established manufacturing, quality, and workmanship standards. Interpret detailed electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, and work instructions. Accurately document configuration updates and engineering changes. Ensure compliance with ESD, safety, tool accountability, and foreign object debris (FOD) prevention requirements. Project & Program Support Collect, analyze, and document test data and findings. Identify, troubleshoot, and communicate out-of-tolerance conditions and anomalies. Provide regular status updates regarding technical progress, risks, and schedule impacts. Support cross-functional teams to achieve cost, schedule, quality, and performance objectives. Maintain accurate documentation of test procedures, results, and hardware configurations. Collaborate effectively with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and program management teams. Technical Skills Electronic Troubleshooting Hardware Integration & Test DMMs and Oscilloscopes Function Generators Programmable Power Supplies Electrical Schematic Interpretation Cable & Harness Fabrication Component-Level Diagnostics Automated Test Systems Microsoft 365 Test Data Collection & Analysis Hardware Configuration Management Work Environment Full-time onsite position. Work performed in laboratories, manufacturing facilities, cleanrooms, production environments, and office settings. Occasional work requiring personal protective equipment (PPE). May require local travel between facilities or work locations. Ability to support hands-on technical operations in a dynamic engineering environment. Additional Requirements Ability to maintain a regular and predictable work schedule. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Strong collaboration and communication skills across multiple teams. Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced technical environment.