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With a history spanning more than seven decades, Communications & Power Industries’ thousands of products have impacted people’s lives in numerous unseen ways every day. Our highly engineered products serve as the backbone of modern-day commercial and military communications systems, assist in diagnosing medical conditions, empower scientific discoveries and space exploration, and much more.
CPI is headquartered in Plano, Texas and is a global manufacturer of electronic components and subsystems. We have manufacturing locations in the United States, Canada, Europe, and Asia. With a heritage of technological excellence, our team serves customers in the communications, defense, medical, industrial, and scientific markets.
CPI is looking for a skilled and hands-on Technician to join our manufacturing team. In this role, you’ll build, test, troubleshoot, and rework complex electro-mechanical assemblies while helping ensure our products meet demanding quality and performance standards. We’re looking for someone with strong electrical and mechanical aptitude, a keen eye for detail, and pride in their workmanship. If you enjoy solving technical problems, working with advanced electronics, and collaborating in a fast-paced, high-tech manufacturing environment, this is an opportunity to make a direct impact on the quality and delivery of CPI products.
YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR:
Core Responsibilities
- Build, tune, test, and rework electro mechanical assemblies to a high standard of quality, following all technical drawings, specifications, and standard operating procedures.
- Perform functional and performance testing of assemblies using approved test procedures.
- Interpret assembly, electrical, and mechanical drawings to execute build and test activities accurately.
- Support root cause failure analysis on new builds and field returned products in collaboration with Manufacturing Engineering and the Program Management Office.
- Contribute to workstation organization and maintenance, including 5S practices and “clean as you go” standards.
- Support factory station upkeep and actively promote safe working practices across all operations.
- Meet production timelines and support on time delivery of products.
YOU ARE THE RIGHT PERSON FOR THIS JOB IF YOU HAVE:
Technical Skills & Expertise
- Proficient with RF and electronic test equipment, including spectrum analyzers, signal generators, oscilloscopes, and vector signal analyzers, considered an asset.
- Strong mechanical and electrical skills with the ability to build, inspect, and troubleshoot assemblies.
- Capable of diagnosing analog and digital circuitry down to the component level.
- Able to understand and apply technical instructions, inspection criteria, and safety processes.
- Demonstrated ability to create, review, and improve product and process documentation.
- Experience with RF measurements and testing is considered an asset.
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Education & Certifications
- Community College Graduate from a three year Electronics Engineering Technologist program, or equivalent education.
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant hands on industry experience.
- IPC J STD 001 certification is required.
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Workplace Competencies
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments.
- Highly adaptable with the ability to learn quickly and pivot to evolving production requirements.
- Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Demonstrated pride in workmanship and commitment to delivering high quality product output.
- Ability to cross train and support other team members when required.
- Ability to operate effectively in a fast paced, high tech manufacturing environment.
- Solution oriented mindset with proactive problem-solving capabilities.
WHO WE ARE:
We value the unique and diverse skills, qualities, and backgrounds that each employee brings to CPI, and we respect each employee as an integral member of our growing team. CPI is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all current and prospective employees, as well as to promoting a culture of inclusion and respect for everyone. We celebrate the innovation that diversity creates in the work environment, and we recognize that each employee brings their own unique capabilities, experiences, and perspectives to the organization. It is this variety that adds value to our teams, as well as to our stakeholders. We welcome and encourage applicants to reach their full potential with us.
CPI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
WHAT WE OFFER:
Whether you are a seasoned professional or just embarking on your career, CPI is an ideal place to expand your knowledge and expertise. We cultivate a healthy, dynamic, and team-oriented environment that empowers our employees to develop, create and deliver innovative, reliable technology solutions to power, connect, protect, and support a better tomorrow.
We offer our employees an attractive compensation package with competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including health and wellness programs, career development, generous retirement savings plan with company match and more!
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