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 cyclefrom 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 technologisthands-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 Associates 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