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Electronics Technician

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Recruitment began on August 31, 2026
and the job listing Expires on October 31, 2026
Fall 2026 Career Fair Employers, Full-time Mechanical, Electrical, & Computer Engineering
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Responsibilities

Working alongside engineers, technicians, and program personnel, you will help transform engineering designs into functioning hardware while supporting the development of production documentation and engineering processes. This position offers the opportunity to work on Imaging, Electronic Warfare, and RADAR systems in a collaborative engineering environment where curiosity, initiative, and continuous learning are highly valued.

The ideal candidate enjoys working with their hands, solving technical problems, and learning new skills. We are looking for someone who is comfortable asking questions, following established procedures, and contributing to a team focused on delivering high-quality products.

Principal duties and responsibilities

  • Assemble, integrate, troubleshoot, repair and modify electronic and electromechanical assemblies.
  • Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, assembly drawings, and technical procedures.
  • Perform functional testing using standard laboratory equipment, including oscilloscopes, FieldFox handheld RF analyzers, multimeters, power supplies, signal generators, and spectrum analyzers
  • Record test results, observations, and discrepancies using established documentation practices
  • Assist engineers with prototype builds, system integration, hardware verification, and troubleshooting activities.
  • Maintain laboratory equipment, tools, and work areas in accordance with safety and quality requirements.
  • Assist in preparing and maintaining production documentation, and other engineering records
  • Document assembly observations, test results and configuration changes to support engineering and production activities.
  • Maintain accurate records using Microsoft Office applications and approved document control practices.
  • Participate in technical reviews and team discussions.

Qualifications

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent technical or vocational education.

  • One year of experience assembling, troubleshooting, testing or maintaining electronic or electromechanical equipment.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
  • Familiarity with soldering to IPC Standards and electronic assembly techniques.
  • Experience with RF systems, antennas, fiber optics, or military electronic systems.
  • Prior military electronics experience, particularly in submarine, RADAR, Imaging, or Electronic Warfare systems.
  • Must be a US Citizen
  • Be eligible to obtain and maintain a SECRET Security Clearance. An inactive clearance within the previous two years is acceptable.
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Contact & Location

Phone
508-831-5260
Email
cdc@wpi.edu
Website
http://cdc.wpi.edu
Address

Unity Hall - 5th Floor
(27 Boynton Street, Worcester, MA)
100 Institute Road
Worcester, MA 01609-2280

Career Service Hours

Day of the week
Heebner CDC Hours Drop-in hours (Academic Year Only)
M Monday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm 12:00 pm- 4:00 pm
T Tuesday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm 12:00 pm- 4:00 pm
W Wednesday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm 12:00 pm- 4:00 pm
TH Thursday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm 12:00 pm- 4:00 pm
F Friday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm 12:00 pm- 4:00 pm
S Saturday Closed Closed
SU Sunday Closed Closed

Notes:

  • You may schedule an appointment through your Handshake account (virtual or in person)
  • During the Summer (day after D term ends - day before A term starts) there will be no drop-ins. Application material review will take place during appointments only 

Meet the Team

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Phone
508-831-5260
Email
cdc@wpi.edu
Website
http://cdc.wpi.edu
Address

Unity Hall - 5th Floor
(27 Boynton Street, Worcester, MA)
100 Institute Road
Worcester, MA 01609-2280

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