We are seeking a highly skilled Electronics Technician with a passion for hands-on system integration, troubleshooting, and innovation to support the development, maintenance, and enhancement of advanced flight simulation systems at NASA Langley Research Center.
This role offers the opportunity to work within a cutting-edge simulation environment, supporting research, development, and operational systems used in aerospace innovation.
Position Overview
The selected candidate will support a wide range of activities involving electronics fabrication, system integration, troubleshooting, and sustainment of both fixed-base and motion-based flight simulators and associated subsystems.
You will work closely with engineers, developers, and technicians to ensure simulator systems operate reliably and meet mission requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform assembly, integration, testing, and repair of electronic systems and subsystems used in flight simulators
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues across electrical, data acquisition (DAQ), video, audio, and control systems
- Support modification and upgrade efforts for existing simulator platforms and associated hardware
- Fabricate and maintain cable assemblies, wiring harnesses, and electronic enclosures
- Interpret and work from electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and assembly drawings
- Assist with panel layout, system packaging, labeling, and hardware configuration
- Generate or update technical documentation, including Bills of Materials (BOMs), wiring lists, and assembly instructions
- Support installation, checkout, and validation of simulator hardware and subsystems
- Collaborate with engineering teams on new system development and integration efforts
- Ensure adherence to quality standards, workmanship requirements, and safety protocols
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience as an electronics technician or in a similar role
- Strong experience in electronics assembly, troubleshooting, and repair
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and build documentation
- Proficiency with test equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, etc.)
- Experience building and troubleshooting cables, harnesses, and electronic assemblies
- Strong attention to detail with a commitment to high-quality workmanship
- Ability to work both independently and within a team environment
- Effective communication and documentation skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Electronics Technician Workmanship Certification (or equivalent training/experience)
- Experience with flight simulators (fixed-base and/or motion-base systems)
- Familiarity with simulator subsystems (visual systems, audio, control loading, DAQ, networking)
- J-STD or similar certification for high-reliability soldering and assembly
- Experience with CAD tools for electrical and/or mechanical design
- Knowledge of system integration, hardware debugging, and root cause analysis
- Experience supporting R&D or laboratory environments
- Understanding of continuous improvement processes and configuration control
EEOE including Vets and Disability
No visa sponsorship available for this position.