Engineering Test Technician

Essential Job Functions – Responsibilities

• Perform all functions in a safe manner adhering to established policies and procedures
• Projects and assignments are typically low complexity where numerous precedents exist conducted under high supervision
• Conduct instrument set-up / adjustment and/or material preparation for testing
• Maintain instruments, tools, and work areas in a clean and orderly condition
• Operate computer or machine controls to start/stop tests. Monitor computer screen and/or instrument to verify proper operation
• Use tools including, but not limited to, pneumatic or manual punch press, hot knives, wire brushes, basic hand tools, picks and other instrument cleaning tools, weight scales and measuring devices
• Maintain effective communication with engineers throughout testing process, including documentation relative to test methods, observations, data / results, etc.
• May be required to handle hot (up to 350°C) items periodically
• Provide support to and/or work in other departments on an as needed basis. Training will be provided.

Education – Experience – Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED required. Associates degree in a technology related field preferred.
• 2 years of relevant experience with demonstrated mechanical aptitude
• Ability to read, comprehend, and follow verbal and written instructions
• Working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Teams)
• Self-motivated, self-directed, good communication skills (written and oral), excellent teamwork skills
• Desire to accept new challenges and learn new tasks to grow professionally

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

Good level of fitness is required. This position requires frequent standing, walking, stooping, and kneeling. There is often lifting and carrying of materials up to 50 pounds. Average vision and hearing is sufficient.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

The environmental conditions of this job include; working near moving mechanical parts, caustic chemicals, fumes or airborne particles, and moderate noise levels.

Experience

• Ability to read, comprehend, and follow verbal and written instructions
• 2 year(s): 2 years of relevant experience with demonstrated mechanical aptitude

Education

• High School or better

• Associates or better in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Skills

• Microsoft Office
• Communication

Motivations

• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)