Electrical Engineer - Production Support (2nd Shift) Security Clearance

QuEST Defense
Tucson, AZ, United States
3 months ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Compensation
$128,960.0 - $139,360.0
Working hours
Shift work
Job source

Tech stack

Software Debugging Subsystems SC Clearance Pcb Layout

Job description

Join a team supporting advanced aerospace and defense technologies where your technical expertise directly impacts production success.

As an Electrical Engineer - Production Support, you’ll be the engineering problem solver who helps keep complex hardware builds moving forward. You’ll work alongside manufacturing, quality, suppliers, and engineering teams to identify issues, develop solutions, and drive corrective actions that improve product quality and delivery.

This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys troubleshooting hardware, solving challenging technical problems, leading cross-functional discussions, and seeing their work make an immediate impact., * Support production operations by resolving technical issues affecting hardware builds and manufacturing schedules

  • Troubleshoot digital, analog, RF, and mixed-signal electronic assemblies and subsystems
  • Diagnose hardware failures using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, function generators, power supplies, and other laboratory equipment
  • Assess technical issues, determine priorities, and develop action plans to drive timely resolution
  • Communicate troubleshooting strategies and recommendations to cross-functional teams
  • Lead and coordinate corrective actions with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supplier partners
  • Prepare and present engineering change documentation and technical updates
  • Maintain technical drawings, documentation, and change packages for review and approval boards
  • Analyze production yield data and defect trends to identify opportunities for continuous improvement
  • Support supplier issue resolution, Statements of Work (SOW) development, and technical coordination activities
  • Track issue status and drive actions through final resolution

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
  • 5+ years of experience supporting, testing, troubleshooting, or developing electronic hardware
  • Experience working with digital, analog, RF, and/or mixed-signal electronics
  • Hands-on experience debugging circuit card assemblies, electronic systems, or electro-mechanical hardware
  • Proficiency using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, function generators, power supplies, and related test equipment
  • Ability to read and interpret schematics, PCB layouts, and bills of materials (BOMs)
  • Strong problem-solving and root-cause analysis skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to collaborate effectively across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supplier organizations
  • U.S. Citizenship required
  • Active Secret Clearance or ability to obtain one

Preferred Experience

  • Production engineering or manufacturing support experience
  • Aerospace, defense, medical device, automotive, or other high-reliability industry experience
  • Experience designing electronic or electro-optical subsystems
  • Knowledge of circuit design, fabrication, assembly, and manufacturing processes
  • Experience with subsystem integration, test, and system-level troubleshooting
  • Familiarity with engineering analysis, simulation, and measurement tools
  • Experience leading technical investigations and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Ability to work independently while providing technical leadership and project coordination

Benefits & conditions

  • Work on advanced aerospace and defense programs
  • Solve complex engineering challenges with real-world impact
  • Partner with experienced technical teams across multiple disciplines
  • Influence product quality, manufacturing success, and customer delivery
  • Gain exposure to sophisticated electronic systems and technologies
  • Relocation assistance available
  • Opportunities for growth and long-term career development

About the company

At Quest Defense Systems and Solutions, we don’t just build technology - we engineer the future. From next-generation aerospace solutions to cutting-edge defense systems, we tackle the toughest, mission-critical challenges that keep people safe and push the boundaries of innovation. This is where problem-solvers, innovators, and visionary thinkers come together to shape the future. With over 25 years of aerospace and defense engineering expertise, our commitment to delivering high-quality, transformative solutions sets us apart - not just as an industry leader, but as a driving force for impactful change. Together, we’re not just leading the industry - we’re revolutionizing it.

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