Founded in 1987 by the late David Packard, the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI) is a nonprofit oceanographic research center advancing marine science and engineering to understand our changing ocean. Located in Moss Landing, California, the heart of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, MBARI offers ready access to the open ocean and deep sea. Ongoing research programs range across autonomous and remotely operated underwater vehicle systems, control technologies, ocean physics, chemistry, geology, biology, ocean instrumentation, and information management. MBARI hosts approximately 200 employees, with shore facilities that include state-of-the-art science and engineering laboratories, manufacturing and electrical fabrication shops, and dock facilities for MBARI vessels.

MBARI has a position open for an Electronic Technician. Applicants from entry to mid-level are encouraged to apply. This position will work closely with engineers and scientists ensuring successful project deployment by assembling and repairing electro-mechanical systems for oceanographic research. The successful applicant will be detailed oriented and have a willingness and ability to learn new skills. Training will be provided as appropriate. 

For more information about the kind of work the successful applicant will be involved with: https://www.mbari.org/technology/

Primary responsibilities:

• Assemble, rework, and repair PCB assemblies, cable harnesses, and electro-mechanical systems
• Parts procurement
• Maintain electronic test equipment
• Inspect electronic assemblies for proper installation of electronic components
• Ensure professional working relations with co-workers and customers
  
  

Required qualifications:

• Must be detail oriented and have a high level of precision and hand-eye coordination
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to work with either general or detailed instructions on daily activities
• Must be able to be independently productive with minimum supervision
• Ability to manage multiple tasks
• Desire to learn new skills as part of a team developing electro-mechanical systems
• Team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Must be service-oriented, flexible, and enjoy working with a variety of staff
• Success in working with diverse groups of people
• Basic computer skills with working knowledge of Windows operating systems
  
  

Desired qualifications:

• Past manufacturing experience soldering small electronic components, creating custom wire harnesses and cables, and cable management
• Experience working with small electronic components while using a microscope
• The ability to read and interpret electronic schematics, wiring diagrams, and bill of materials
• Experience with hardware testing using a DMM and power supplies