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Finally an Electronics Engineer and Electronics Technician after a 6-month long review.

Three superb career roles, at SpaceX. There'll be a number of you who're looking at this and thinking "I haven't got a clue how to make that happen", or worse, you'll have a supervisor or manager, maybe even family, that are expressing to you: what makes you think you can land a rocket booster? Years ago, during an interview in Canada, I was given a technical test to complete. Unbeknownst to me, I scored an A+. The company was an American firm, and my score came to the attention of Head office. Who contacted our CEO, Bruce, mentioning to him. "Once he passes probation, promote him to an Industrial Engineer, then, we want to see him, in America". My supervisor and manager, both, freaked out, as they felt that position and going to America, was for them. They hatched a plan and went to see our CEO to present the case that either one of them, should be going to head office. I happened to come in early that day, and heard most of the argument. They wanted to have me, answering phones, as I had an excellent telephone manner. Rather than continue to listen, I walked out. Within-a-week, I landed a superb career role, at another American company, in Canada. A number of years later, when that role came to an end, as the economy in Canada is a rollercoaster. Or perhaps, it's just very badly managed. I found that the career role that I had, was the only one of its kind. So, I started a business to think through my options. That business took off, and soon, people and businesses were throwing money at me, to solve their problems. Which yet again, led to American business owners in Canada, paying a lot of attention to me, and relaying to me, that I needed to go to America. So, I started looking for career roles in America, and was awestruck by the level of opportunities. You'll be asking, "Why would you look for a career role, when you had a successful business?". One, I didn't know the America market, and two, while working for a company, I could figure out what my market had troubles with. All, while being paid exceptionally well. Not to mention, acclimatizing to that level of work. Higher pay attracts higher work, not unlike the video above. Where you create what's never been done, before. While I've mentioned all of this, I haven't mentioned "freedom in your work", as I managed my days and created my career, reporting to CEOs and the C-suite. Your work is a representation of what you do; how many people are stuck on the lowest step of the ladder, based on what other people say. For that matter, how many people on are the top step, balancing, fearing nowhere else to step. No solid foundation to land on. This is why you have to manage your own career, and be diligent about performing in all categories of what that career entails. Getting involved in interconnected fields, and being bold in the manner of gaining that experience. You may not know how to land that rocket booster, now, but in a few years it can be child's play to you :}

Starting a Career with less than a 4-year degree... This situation happens for many reasons; regardless, get into the job market and find a position that meets your field of interest. I began as a Technician, (1 of 8 Specialists) we were all "2 year degree technicians", but WE got the special, factory, design level training on how the latest, groundbreaking equipment was being designed, and, we got to install it and make it work......and fix it when it didn't. It was a time (in the 70s) when the transistor was the current "high tech" element.........the forerunner of the op-amp, and integrated circuit; my advantage, I was a hands-on guy, I was the guy who could fix most anything; usually, a loose wire was the problem in the 70's; in other cases, the output transistor on any amplifier circuit was the problem..........my career went from there, all the way to being Project Manager, of a Team of Field Service Engineers...monitoring and coaching customer labor forces to do what they do best, build, assemble, and test, and operate; it has been an exciting life style and career path.....my advice to you, dive it, and "get-ur Done!". You only have 40 years to mature, grow, and contribute to a successful, Team Spirited, leader of men, Do Your Job, let your crew do theirs!! #getstarted

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A few years ago, I worked on fixing a police radio communication walkie-talkie from home, ensuring reliable communication for those who serve and protect. As an electrical electronics technician, troubleshooting and assembling are part of my passion. Sharing this to highlight the importance of clear, uninterrupted communication in critical situations. What are your thoughts on the role of technology in emergency services?"

🔧 The Role of an Electronics Technician: My Journey and Expertise Hello, LinkedIn community! 👋 I am excited to share a bit about my journey and expertise as an electronics technician. My role involves the development, testing, manufacturing, installation, and repair of a wide range of electronic equipment, from communication devices to medical monitoring systems. # Key Responsibilities: - Development: Assisting in creating innovative electronic devices and systems. - Testing and Troubleshooting: Utilizing diagnostic tools to identify and resolve issues. - Maintenance and Repair: Ensuring systems remain operational through regular maintenance. - Installation: Setting up electronic systems and ensuring their proper functionality. # Skills and Expertise: - Troubleshooting - System Optimization - Voltage Dividers - Protection Mechanisms - Filters ### Education and Training: I hold an associate degree in engineering technology, which provided me with a solid foundation in basic electricity and electronics, AC/DC circuits, semiconductors, transistors, and digital electronics. Practical experience through laboratory courses and projects has been crucial in reinforcing my theoretical knowledge. ### Work Environment: I have had the opportunity to work in various settings, including laboratories, factories, and offices. My roles have ranged from maintaining electronic systems to providing field support for complex equipment. # Career Outlook: The demand for skilled electronics technicians remains strong, with opportunities across industries such as telecommunications, healthcare, and manufacturing. As technology continues to evolve, I am committed to ongoing education and adapting to new tools and techniques. In conclusion, being an electronics technician is not just a job for me; it's a passion. I am dedicated to ensuring that electronic systems operate efficiently and reliably, contributing to the technology-driven world we live in. Feel free to connect with me to discuss more about electronics, circuit design, or any exciting projects you have in mind!

Looking for an entry level tech role besides help desk? Let me tell you what my cable technician job taught me and how it prepared me for future roles in IT. 1. How to determine and write customer requirements. 2. How to install and manage physical cabling. 3. How to provision services. 4. How to troubleshoot. 5. How to listen to unhappy customers, and make them happy again. 6. How to transfer product knowledge to users. What was YOUR entry level job and how did it prepare you for future roles? #entryleveljobs #cableguy

https://lnkd.in/gqifYQhg Q&A: what are the top skills an electronic technician must have? What are your thoughts of skills a technician should have?