Systems Engineering Technician (RF Wireless Data Links)

Troll Systems Corporation is seeking a Systems Engineering Technician to support customers and Program Managers in Santa Clarita, CA. Candidates should have at least five years of relevant experience and strong skills in electronic testing, circuit assembly, and troubleshooting. Responsibilities include assisting in system design, creating technical documents, and ensuring compliance with specifications. Proficiency in MS Office, CAD, and ERP systems is required. U.S. citizenship or Green Card is necessary.
Troll is currently seeking a SYSTEMS ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN to provide support to our customers and Program Managers. This position requires excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work well in a team environment. Candidates must be self-sufficient and self-motivated, able to work and complete daily tasks with minimal supervision.

The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of five years' experience as a Systems Engineer, Project Engineer, Field Engineer, or Electronics/Test Technician in broadcast or satellite engineering field. ACS/AEE/AME in a related field is a plus.

RESPONSIBILITIES and EXPECTATIONS In the first thirty days, the successful candidate will have:
• Proven to be knowledgeable in using electronic test equipment including an oscilloscope, DMM, and spectrum analyzer.
• Shown electrical circuit and mechanical assembly and troubleshooting skills along with an ability to read electronic schematics and mechanical assembly drawings.
• Begun assisting program management with special assignments and engineering tasks in developing, prototyping, testing, and producing custom systems for specific project needs.
• Responsibility for the creation and maintenance of the PDD (Product Definition Document).
• Responsibility for the technical portion of the ECO (Engineering Change Order).

In the first three months, the successful candidate will have:
• Begun assisting in the design of subsystems and integration of total systems by incorporating technologies from multiple disciplines including mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, electro-magnetic, digital signal processing, and software engineering.
• Ability to determine system specifications, input/output processes, and working parameters for electrical, hardware and software systems as required by the customer, exploring alternative configurations and presenting them to customers.
• Responsibility for CAD drawings for cable assemblies and system diagrams.
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate and test systems for compliance to customer specifications.

In the first six to twelve months, the successful candidate will have:
• Consistently recommended design changes to improve overall system performance as applicable.
• Demonstrated ability to identify, analyze, and resolve program support deficiencies, and provided recommendations for corrective actions.
• Continually worked to resolve issues rapidly during the implementation process and after final delivery and customer acceptance.
• Developed and executed customer and factory acceptance test plans; prepared records, charts, graphs, and other statistical information to document the test process and provide feedback.

Must have strong knowledge of MS Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat Professional, CAD programs and ERP System.

Must be a U.S. citizen or Green Card holder for authorized access to controlled technology/data as subject to ITAR. Must possess a valid driver's license and passport. This position reports to the VP of Operations. Compensation is commensurate with experience, The position is located in Valencia, CA and relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Company DescriptionTroll is a worldwide leader in the development of high-definition video data links, tracking antennas, and control systems, designed to deliver image intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance, from manned and unmanned aircraft, land and marine vehicles. Troll employees work in a truly exciting industry, with enormous growth potential. Troll products are used by militaries, commercial broadcasters, police, fire, and search and rescue organizations all over the world.

Troll's expertise puts our customers in a unique position to help governments and individuals better understand and react to events as they unfold. Troll Systems is a premier provider of end-to-end video and data link solutions that have been proven to increase range, improve performance, and automatically track fast-moving airborne, terrestrial, and maritime ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance) platforms. To optimize the user experience, each system incorporates common controls and intuitive interfaces that are designed to simplify the set-up and operation of high-speed, air-to-ground data networks.

Troll Systems is an AS9100 certified manufacturer with a portfolio of products that deliver best-in-class, data link reliability and performance. Must be a U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder for authorized access to controlled technology/data as subject to ITAR as well as possess both a valid driver’s license and passport. This position reports to the immediate Supervisor. Compensation is commensurate with experience. Position is located in Valencia, CA. Relocation is not available with this position.