Cable Test Technician - Careers at Leidos
Leidos
Cable Test Technician - Careers at Leidos
Job Description
Join Leidos as a Cable Test Technician in Huntsville, AL
Make a real impact at Leidos' Defense Systems Electronic Manufacturing Facility. We're seeking a skilled Cable Test Technician to support critical programs for commercial and DoD customers. Thrive in a dynamic environment where innovation meets mission-critical defense solutions across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace.
Primary Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive testing on cable assemblies, including continuity, shorts, dielectric withstand voltage, and insulation resistance.
- Conduct specialized coax cable tests for insertion loss and reflection coefficient.
- Build custom test cables to ensure accurate diagnostics.
- Interpret complex engineering drawings, electrical schematics, and technical specifications.
- Collaborate with design and manufacturing engineers to strategize assembly processes and preempt issues.
- Troubleshoot problems effectively and communicate findings clearly to the team.
Basic Qualifications
- High School diploma/GED plus 2-4 years in cable building or electrical/mechanical assembly.
- Proficiency with cable assembly tools and equipment.
- US Citizenship with ability to obtain/maintain Secret Clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
- IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification (Space addendum).
- J-STD-001 certification.
- Experience with CableEye tester, Keysight Fieldfox, and Fluke multimeters.
Why Leidos?
Leidos empowers diverse teams to deliver cutting-edge defense IT, cybersecurity, and intelligence solutions. Enjoy a salary range of $48,100 - $86,950, robust benefits, and opportunities to outpace the status quo on 'can't fail' missions. US Citizens only. Apply today!
Locations
- Huntsville, Alabama, United States
Salary
48,100 - 86,950 USD / yearly
48,100 - 86,950 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Cable assembly testingintermediate
- Continuity and shorts testingintermediate
- Dielectric withstand voltage testingintermediate
- Coax cable insertion loss testingintermediate
- IPC/WHMA-A-620 certificationintermediate
- J-STD-001 certificationintermediate
- CableEye cable testerintermediate
- Keysight Fieldfoxintermediate
- Fluke digital multimetersintermediate
- Reading electrical schematicsintermediate
Required Qualifications
- High School diploma/GED with 2-4 years cable building or electrical/mechanical assembly experience (experience)
- Working knowledge of specialized cable assembly tools (experience)
- US Citizenship with current Secret Clearance or eligibility to obtain (experience)
- IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification with Space addendum (preferred) (experience)
- J-STD-001 certification (preferred) (experience)
Responsibilities
- Test cable assemblies for continuity, shorts, dielectric withstand voltage, and insulation resistance
- Test coax cables for insertion loss and reflection coefficient
- Build test cables as needed
- Interpret engineering drawings, electrical schematics, and technical specifications
- Collaborate with design engineers, manufacturing engineers, and technicians to develop strategies and identify assembly issues
- Perform troubleshooting and clearly explain issues
Benefits
- general: Competitive salary range $48,100 - $86,950
- general: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- general: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
- general: Paid time off and flexible work options
- general: Professional development and certification support
- general: Career growth opportunities in Defense Systems sector
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Cable Test Technician - Careers at Leidos
Leidos
Cable Test Technician - Careers at Leidos
Job Description
Join Leidos as a Cable Test Technician in Huntsville, AL
Make a real impact at Leidos' Defense Systems Electronic Manufacturing Facility. We're seeking a skilled Cable Test Technician to support critical programs for commercial and DoD customers. Thrive in a dynamic environment where innovation meets mission-critical defense solutions across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace.
Primary Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive testing on cable assemblies, including continuity, shorts, dielectric withstand voltage, and insulation resistance.
- Conduct specialized coax cable tests for insertion loss and reflection coefficient.
- Build custom test cables to ensure accurate diagnostics.
- Interpret complex engineering drawings, electrical schematics, and technical specifications.
- Collaborate with design and manufacturing engineers to strategize assembly processes and preempt issues.
- Troubleshoot problems effectively and communicate findings clearly to the team.
Basic Qualifications
- High School diploma/GED plus 2-4 years in cable building or electrical/mechanical assembly.
- Proficiency with cable assembly tools and equipment.
- US Citizenship with ability to obtain/maintain Secret Clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
- IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification (Space addendum).
- J-STD-001 certification.
- Experience with CableEye tester, Keysight Fieldfox, and Fluke multimeters.
Why Leidos?
Leidos empowers diverse teams to deliver cutting-edge defense IT, cybersecurity, and intelligence solutions. Enjoy a salary range of $48,100 - $86,950, robust benefits, and opportunities to outpace the status quo on 'can't fail' missions. US Citizens only. Apply today!
Locations
- Huntsville, Alabama, United States
Salary
48,100 - 86,950 USD / yearly
48,100 - 86,950 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Cable assembly testingintermediate
- Continuity and shorts testingintermediate
- Dielectric withstand voltage testingintermediate
- Coax cable insertion loss testingintermediate
- IPC/WHMA-A-620 certificationintermediate
- J-STD-001 certificationintermediate
- CableEye cable testerintermediate
- Keysight Fieldfoxintermediate
- Fluke digital multimetersintermediate
- Reading electrical schematicsintermediate
Required Qualifications
- High School diploma/GED with 2-4 years cable building or electrical/mechanical assembly experience (experience)
- Working knowledge of specialized cable assembly tools (experience)
- US Citizenship with current Secret Clearance or eligibility to obtain (experience)
- IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification with Space addendum (preferred) (experience)
- J-STD-001 certification (preferred) (experience)
Responsibilities
- Test cable assemblies for continuity, shorts, dielectric withstand voltage, and insulation resistance
- Test coax cables for insertion loss and reflection coefficient
- Build test cables as needed
- Interpret engineering drawings, electrical schematics, and technical specifications
- Collaborate with design engineers, manufacturing engineers, and technicians to develop strategies and identify assembly issues
- Perform troubleshooting and clearly explain issues
Benefits
- general: Competitive salary range $48,100 - $86,950
- general: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- general: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
- general: Paid time off and flexible work options
- general: Professional development and certification support
- general: Career growth opportunities in Defense Systems sector
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