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Requisition ID:  27104

Electronics Specialist

What You'll Be Doing:

 

This position represents a dual-level posting and will be filled as an Electronics Specialist (SK2) or Senior Electronics Specialist (SK3).  The hiring manager will determine the job level based on the skills, experience, and qualifications of the selected candidate.

 

The Electronics Specialist / Senior Electronics Specialist is responsible for the design, fabrication, troubleshooting, repair, maintenance, and calibration of electrical, electronic, and electromechanical equipment, both analog and digital, in various facilities within the School of Aeronautics and Astronautics. The successful candidate will also advise faculty, staff, and students regarding equipment and work with undergraduate and graduate students on research projects. Additionally, the Senior Electronics Technician will consult with vendors, fabricators, and employees in an effort to understand equipment needs.

Who We Are:

 

The School of Aeronautics and Astronautics at Purdue University is ranked the No. 3 engineering undergraduate program in the U.S. (U.S. News & World Report, 2024). The students that you will be interacting with do amazing work as undergraduate students – take a look at this YouTube video of the Purdue Space Program - https://bit.ly/3V4D5Dn.  We are the fastest growing school in Purdue’s College of Engineering.  We are the Cradle of Astronauts.  We take Giant Leaps!

 

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What We Are Looking For:

 

Electronics Specialist (SK2):

 

Required Education and Experience:

  • Associate’s degree in electronics, electronic technology, or closely related field
  • One (1) year of experience designing, fabricating, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical, electronic, and electromechanical apparatus and equipment, both analog and digital
  • In lieu of a degree, an equivalent combination of required education and work experience will be considered (HS diploma/GED and 3 years of experience).

 

Senior Electronics Specialist (SK3):

 

Required Education and Experience (SK2/SK3):

  • Associate’s degree in electronics, electronic technology, or closely related field
  • Two (2) years of experience designing, fabricating, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical, electronic, and electromechanical apparatus and equipment, both analog and digital
  • In lieu of a degree, an equivalent combination of required education and work experience will be considered (HS diploma/GED and 4 years of experience).

 

Required Skills:

  • Working knowledge of electronic, electrical, and electromechanical equipment and apparatus
  • Ability to design and fabricate new equipment
  • Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered
  • Good communication (oral and written), problem-solving, analytical, math, and customer-service skills
  • Able to build and maintain good work relationships with a diverse workforce, including faculty, staff, students, and outside vendors
  • Good record keeping skills

 

Preferred:

  • Associate's degree in electronics, electronic technology, or closely related field

Additional Information:

  • Due to this being a full-time, benefits eligible position, full-time undergraduate students are not eligible for this role. For student employment opportunities, CLICK HERE 
  • To learn more about Purdue’s benefits summary CLICK HERE  
  • Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position    
  • A background check will be required for employment in this position  
  • This was formerly classified as an operational/technical position; an internal lateral transfer will retain same benefit standing  
  • FLSA: Non-Exempt (Eligible For Overtime)  
  • Retirement Eligibility: Non-exempt Defined Contribution Plan  
  • Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply  


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