What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Engineering Technician position at TEXAS RESEARCH INSTITUTE AUSTIN INC?
Description
Job Summary
Texas Research Institute (TRI) Austin is a small business with a 35-year history in applied materials science research and development for government and private industry. The Non-Destructive Evaluation (NDE) division designs instrumentation, software analysis toolsets, and inspection techniques in the support of materials science-based research. Our firm seeks a mechanical engineering technician to support laboratory activities in a multi-disciplinary and intellectually stimulating environment.
Primary Responsibilities / Job Functions
- Operation of servo-hydraulic load frames
- Operation and maintenance of microscopes (SEM and optical)
- Operation of different inspection technologies using existing procedures
- Experience with mechanical component installation, assembly, and disassembly
- Document progress and activities and summarize to project managers as required
- In-Person position
TRI is an Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer.
Requirements
Skills the NDE group values include:
- Basic experience using MS Office applications such as Word, Excel, etc.
- Preparation of microscope specimens
- Troubleshooting mechanical components and basic electronics
- Experimentation and hands-on experience
- Independent learning
The ability to acquire and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance is mandatory for this position. For additional information, see:
https://www.dcsa.mil/Industrial-Security/Entity-Vetting-Facility-Clearances-FOCI/Facility-Clearances/FAQs-Facility-Security-Officers/
Funding for this position is provided by U.S. Government DoD contracts. Funding is expected to continue but is subject to change due to contract turnover and renewal.
Graduation from a post-secondary program with relevant experience or other related mechanical technology field is desired. An equivalent combination of work-related experience, training and education would be considered.
Seniority Level
- New Grad
- Mid Career
Industry
- Research
- Aviation & Aerospace
- Defense & Space
Employment Type
- Full Time
Job Functions
- Research
- Engineering
TRI is an Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer.