Electronics Engineering Technician I
- Entry level
- ITAR / US person
How this pay compares
This posting states $55.7k–$68.3k a year. Open technician jobs in New York post a median of $67.5k a year, the middle half $62.6k–$71.3k, across 18 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post.
About the job
The Electronics Engineering Technician I supports design engineering and development activities and uses electronic and mechanical testing equipment. This role involves hands-on prototyping and testing, setting up equipment, keeping records, and performing routine repairs.
- Verify and operate automated test equipment, special test equipment and test cables
- Assist with installations and upgrades of equipment
- Uses Digital Multimeters and oscilloscopes, as well as other test and measurement equipment
- Assemble test fixtures and set up test equipment for product development team
- Recommend tools, equipment and test fixture needs and support acquisition
- Perform hands-on prototyping and testing of new and modified designs under direction of Design Engineering personnel
Experience
- No experience is required in area of responsibility.
About Frontgrade
At Frontgrade, we build mission-critical electronics that perform without compromise in the world’s most demanding environments, from deep space to national defense. With decades of proven heritage, we deliver high-reliability components, subsystems, and integrated solutions trusted when failure is not an option. But our strength is not just in what we build. It is in the people who make it possible. From engineers and product managers to sales teams, marketers, and skilled manufacturing professionals, every role plays a direct part in enabling missions that protect, explore, and connect our world. We move with purpose, collaborate across disciplines, and take pride in delivering solutions our customers rely on in the highest-stakes environments. If you want your work, whatever your specialty, to contribute to something bigger, you will find your place at Frontgrade.
Why Work for Us
We believe mission success starts with taking care of our people. That’s why we offer competitive health, wealth, and wellbeing benefits from day one. You’ll also find real opportunities to learn, grow, and advance, whether you’re building technical expertise, leading teams, or expanding into new areas. Here, your growth is part of the mission.
Additional Information
This position may require access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by either ITAR or EAR U.S. export laws. As a condition of any job offer, in order to be employed in this position, you may need to obtain a U.S. Government export license(s), as required by law.
Other benefits include
- Immediate Medical (FSA and HSA), Dental, and Vision
- 401K Match with 100% immediate vesting
- 9X80 compressed work schedule for qualifying roles
- Career Opportunity and Growth
- Tuition Reimbursement/Student Loan Repayment
- Generous PTO and 11 paid Holidays per year (a combination of both designated and floating holidays)
- 8 weeks of 100% Paid Family Leave
From Frontgrade Technologies's job posting, checked 10 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Frontgrade Technologies
Radiation-hardened microelectronics, RF and power parts that fly on spacecraft.
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