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Location:
Huntsville, AL, US, 35808
Business Unit: Abaco Business Unit
Posting Date: Jul 30, 2026
Job Description:
Abaco Systems is a global leader in modular, high performance, open architecture, standards-based rugged embedded computing for the most demanding applications in defense and industry. Our products and solutions are found in high-profile military/aerospace sea, land and air programs, plus commercial and industrial organizations in which rugged reliability is mission critical.
Abaco Systems is looking for an Electronic Debug Technician to join our team here in Huntsville. This individual will have a proven background in troubleshooting electronic assemblies and will work closely with other departments in our organization to help us to continue to deliver quality products to our customers.
Role Responsibilities:
- Electronic Debug Technicians are responsible for conducting component-level debugging
- Conduct component-level debugging with the aid of digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, and other Test assets
- Utilizing in-system device programming tools such as Altera, Lattice or Xilinx
- Use engineering documents such as schematics, source code and CAD files
- Work on assignments that are moderately difficult, requiring judgment in resolving issues or making recommendations
- Meet daily and help manage Aged Work-In-Process (WIP)
- Follow and enforce all Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) guidelines
- Technicians will be responsible for providing defect and possible root cause feedback to manufacturing Engineering to help drive corrective action
- Debugging of copper or optical fiber networking products as well as computer circuit card assemblies
Qualifications
- High School Diploma / GED
- 2 or 4 year degree in electronics preferred
- Understand how electronic components function and what they do
- 3+ years’ experience debugging electronic circuit card assemblies
- RF experience desired
- Ability to interpret schematics, component datasheets, and product manuals
- Demonstrated ability and willingness to use AI tools to improve productivity, decision-making, work quality, and to reduce costs. The successful candidate must be able to identify appropriate AI use cases and critically evaluate AI-generated outputs.
Skills & Competencies:
- Skilled in Microsoft Word and Excel
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment
- Understanding of high-speed bus structures and power supply operational theory
- Familiarity with computer circuitry and its functionality including functionality of computer peripherals
Abaco is a Department of Defense (DoD) supplier and as such employees may work with or be exposed to export-controlled information and/or information that has been designated as classified information.
Compensation
- Employee Type: Hourly
- Currency: USD
- Salary Minimum: 65,000
- Salary Maximum: 80,000
- Incentive: No
Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.
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AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5 billion.
AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 (866) 263-8359.
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Document your engineering specialization early
PERM audits for Electronic Engineer roles often scrutinize whether your degree field matches the job duties. Gather transcripts, course descriptions, and any credential evaluations before job searching so you're not scrambling after an offer.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Defense contractors, semiconductor manufacturers, and telecommunications firms file PERM applications regularly for Electronic Engineers. Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by green card sponsorship history so you focus only on companies already running this process.
Clarify EB-2 versus EB-3 fit with your offer letter
If the role requires only a bachelor's degree, most employers file under EB-3. Roles demanding a master's or equivalent specialized expertise qualify for EB-2. Ask hiring managers which category they intend to sponsor before accepting, since it affects your priority date timeline.
Understand how prevailing wage affects your offer
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your job title and location before PERM is certified. Cross-reference your offer against the OFLC Wage Search to confirm the posted salary meets the threshold for your specific SOC code and geographic area.
Verify your employer's E-Verify enrollment before signing
Employers sponsoring foreign workers for green cards must use E-Verify during the PERM recruitment phase. Confirming enrollment upfront signals the company has compliance infrastructure for immigration sponsorship and reduces the risk of process delays after you've already accepted an offer.
Prepare for the PERM recruitment waiting period
USCIS does not control the PERM timeline. DOL processing currently runs several months, plus your employer must complete mandatory recruitment steps beforehand. Build a financial and status buffer into your planning so an H-1B visa expiration does not force a premature departure mid-process.
Green Card Electronic Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Electronic Engineer role typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3?
Most Electronic Engineer positions qualify under EB-3 when the minimum requirement is a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field. EB-2 applies if the role requires a master's degree or the employer can demonstrate a business necessity for advanced expertise. Your offer letter's stated minimum education requirement is what DOL evaluates during PERM, not your actual credentials.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for Electronic Engineers?
H-1B is a temporary status requiring renewal, subject to the annual lottery for most employers, and capped at six years without extension. PERM-based green card sponsorship is permanent residency with no annual cap at the EB-3 level and no lottery. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification and I-140 adjudication can take a year or more before you even reach the visa queue.
Where can I find Electronic Engineer jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search Electronic Engineer roles filtered specifically by employment-based green card sponsorship history, so you can focus on employers already running PERM processes rather than guessing from job descriptions. Most standard job boards don't surface sponsorship intent at this level of detail, which makes the search inefficient for EB-2 and EB-3 candidates.
What engineering credentials does DOL expect for an Electronic Engineer PERM application?
DOL evaluates the minimum requirements stated in the PERM application, not your personal qualifications. The job description must reflect what is genuinely required for the role, and your employer cannot inflate requirements to fit your background. O*NET classifies Electronic Engineers under a job zone requiring at least a bachelor's degree, which anchors what DOL considers a legitimate minimum for most positions.
Can my employer start the PERM process while I'm on H-1B?
Yes, and starting PERM early is strongly advisable. Filing before you reach your sixth year of H-1B status preserves your ability to extend beyond the six-year cap under AC21 portability rules, provided the I-140 is approved or the PERM has been pending for 365 days. USCIS requires both conditions to be met for the extension to apply.