EMC Engineering Technician

Posted on Sep 19, 2024 by Garmin International, Inc.
Olathe, KS
Engineering
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
Overview:

We are seeking a full-time EMC Engineering Technician in our Olathe, KS location. In this role you will be working with a fast-paced EMC team that is responsible for the testing of a full complement of Garmin avionics systems that help pilots fly, including critical systems like autopilots in many different types of aircraft from single engine aircraft through commuter aircraft as well as helicopter and EVTOLs. EMC testing is a critical role in the development and certification of new products to market.  You will be an individual contributor and/or working in a team responsible for taking all the aircraft avionics systems and creating an integrated avionics bench that simulates the aircraft installation and flight operations. You will be part of the team that will perform testing in state-of-the-art brand new anechoic and reverberation EMC chambers that can generate high levels of RF to simulate RF exposures seen by the aircraft and you will run lightning testing on the systems to emulate transients seen when an aircraft is struck by lightning. On-the-job training will be provided to suitable candidates without any direct prior experience.

Responsibilities:

Essential Functions

Execute plan made by an engineer/more experienced technician, work is closely supervised by an engineer or more experienced technician, and follow specific, detailed instructions

Perform/support testing at an outside facility or Olathe as directed by Engineer or another Technician onsite

Create simple plans/reports or provide contribution to larger complex plans/reports

Communicate status of work clearly providing visibility to Engineer or more experienced technician

Work with factory or Engineering to ATE equipment and document any findings

Ability to construct setups, create qualification plans and reports, and execute tests for small system/product with assistance

Able to work as part of a team to assist in the setup, run, and completion of test plans and reports for a large, integrated system

Able to read and follow schematics and layout drawings to identify solder and assembly problems and correct problems independently or with assistance

Understand system interconnects and wiring practices, able to diagnose and correct connection and wiring problems, and able to create system wiring diagrams with assistance

Able to prepare and execute electrical rework and software updates on lab prototypes

Track lab equipment and coordinate with Cal lab

Author test set up documents with some supervision

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications

2 year Electronics/Electrical Technology degree OR an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience

Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)

Capable of applying test processes and methods to verify design and products performance

Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills and works with a sense of urgency

Understands importance of thoroughly documenting work in an organized manner and understands Garmin’s Mission Statement and Quality Policy

Able to work professionally/in a positive respectful manner with all other Garmin associates and able to work in a collaborative team environment to achieve goals

Excellent concentration and attention to detail with outstanding work efficiency and accuracy

Capable of learning new skills and concepts and applying them in new situations.

Be proactive to help others in the group during any spare bandwidth Willing and able to share information and ideas freely and positively

Ability to perform debugging with supervision

Can execute simple (ex. Appliance level) product test plans and provide detailed test reports Familiarity with WORD. EXCEL, and VISIO/AutoCAD

Must possess the ability to: bend, twist and lift up to 50 lbs. and team lift up to 100 lbs. while using safe lifting techniques; push/pull test equipment on wheeled, moveable racks of up to 400 lbs.; stand for extended periods of time, climb and utilize ladders to connect cables; and walk long distances throughout the facility

Extended hours and weekend work may be required situationally, to support critical projects

Able to travel for short trips as needed

Desired Qualifications

Outstanding academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5)

Possess a general understanding of Garmin Integrated Flight Deck (GIFD) including the general role that each product has in the GIFD

Familiar with DO-160 or similar test standards

Prior EMC or RF related experience

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.

This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: 

Reference: 201952222

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EMC Engineering Technician

Posted on Sep 19, 2024 by Garmin International, Inc.

Olathe, KS
Engineering
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
Overview:

We are seeking a full-time EMC Engineering Technician in our Olathe, KS location. In this role you will be working with a fast-paced EMC team that is responsible for the testing of a full complement of Garmin avionics systems that help pilots fly, including critical systems like autopilots in many different types of aircraft from single engine aircraft through commuter aircraft as well as helicopter and EVTOLs. EMC testing is a critical role in the development and certification of new products to market.  You will be an individual contributor and/or working in a team responsible for taking all the aircraft avionics systems and creating an integrated avionics bench that simulates the aircraft installation and flight operations. You will be part of the team that will perform testing in state-of-the-art brand new anechoic and reverberation EMC chambers that can generate high levels of RF to simulate RF exposures seen by the aircraft and you will run lightning testing on the systems to emulate transients seen when an aircraft is struck by lightning. On-the-job training will be provided to suitable candidates without any direct prior experience.

Responsibilities:

Essential Functions

Execute plan made by an engineer/more experienced technician, work is closely supervised by an engineer or more experienced technician, and follow specific, detailed instructions

Perform/support testing at an outside facility or Olathe as directed by Engineer or another Technician onsite

Create simple plans/reports or provide contribution to larger complex plans/reports

Communicate status of work clearly providing visibility to Engineer or more experienced technician

Work with factory or Engineering to ATE equipment and document any findings

Ability to construct setups, create qualification plans and reports, and execute tests for small system/product with assistance

Able to work as part of a team to assist in the setup, run, and completion of test plans and reports for a large, integrated system

Able to read and follow schematics and layout drawings to identify solder and assembly problems and correct problems independently or with assistance

Understand system interconnects and wiring practices, able to diagnose and correct connection and wiring problems, and able to create system wiring diagrams with assistance

Able to prepare and execute electrical rework and software updates on lab prototypes

Track lab equipment and coordinate with Cal lab

Author test set up documents with some supervision

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications

2 year Electronics/Electrical Technology degree OR an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience

Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)

Capable of applying test processes and methods to verify design and products performance

Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills and works with a sense of urgency

Understands importance of thoroughly documenting work in an organized manner and understands Garmin’s Mission Statement and Quality Policy

Able to work professionally/in a positive respectful manner with all other Garmin associates and able to work in a collaborative team environment to achieve goals

Excellent concentration and attention to detail with outstanding work efficiency and accuracy

Capable of learning new skills and concepts and applying them in new situations.

Be proactive to help others in the group during any spare bandwidth Willing and able to share information and ideas freely and positively

Ability to perform debugging with supervision

Can execute simple (ex. Appliance level) product test plans and provide detailed test reports Familiarity with WORD. EXCEL, and VISIO/AutoCAD

Must possess the ability to: bend, twist and lift up to 50 lbs. and team lift up to 100 lbs. while using safe lifting techniques; push/pull test equipment on wheeled, moveable racks of up to 400 lbs.; stand for extended periods of time, climb and utilize ladders to connect cables; and walk long distances throughout the facility

Extended hours and weekend work may be required situationally, to support critical projects

Able to travel for short trips as needed

Desired Qualifications

Outstanding academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5)

Possess a general understanding of Garmin Integrated Flight Deck (GIFD) including the general role that each product has in the GIFD

Familiar with DO-160 or similar test standards

Prior EMC or RF related experience

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.

This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: 

Reference: 201952222

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