Engineering Technician

Job Title:

Engineering Technician

US Citizen or Permanent Resident required due to ITAR

Job Description

The Engineering Technician supports the engineering team in the design, development, validation, and continuous improvement of safety-critical products. This role assembles product samples and prototypes, assists with test execution and process inspections, and supports prototype tooling setup and installation. The Engineering Technician contributes directly to quality assurance testing and validation of process changes in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where the products have a meaningful impact on people's lives.

Responsibilities

+ Support the engineering team in the design, development, validation, and improvement of products.

+ Assemble product samples, prototypes, and test fixtures with a high level of mechanical accuracy.

+ Assist with test execution, including setup, operation, and monitoring of tests according to engineering instructions.

+ Perform process inspections and support validation activities to ensure products meet established specifications and standards.

+ Support prototype tooling setup and installation to enable new product and process development.

+ Contribute to quality assurance testing and validation of process changes by following defined procedures and documenting results.

+ Use measurement and inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges to verify dimensions and tolerances.

+ Read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions to carry out build and test activities.

+ Collect, record, and organize test and inspection data, and prepare basic reports using tools such as Excel and Word or equivalent software.

+ Troubleshoot basic mechanical and process issues during assembly, testing, or inspection and communicate findings to the engineering team.

+ Follow metrology and calibration practices to ensure measurement tools remain accurate and reliable.

+ Support manufacturing and process improvement efforts by providing feedback on tooling, fixtures, and test methods.

+ Adapt to ambiguous or evolving processes and help bring structure by accurately documenting steps, observations, and outcomes.

+ Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in alignment with the facility's high cleanliness standards.

Essential Skills

+ At least 2 years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing, testing, or engineering support environment.

+ Working knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials, and basic engineering principles.

+ Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions.

+ Proficiency with basic measurement and inspection tools, including calipers, micrometers, and gauges.

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Experience with data collection, documentation, and basic reporting using Excel, Word, or equivalent software.

+ Mechanical aptitude with hands-on experience assembling products, prototypes, or test fixtures.

+ Experience performing or supporting quality assurance, metrology, calibration, and troubleshooting activities.

+ Strong attention to detail and accuracy in measurement, documentation, and assembly work.

+ Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment with evolving or not fully defined processes.

+ Clear written and verbal communication skills to document results and collaborate with engineering and production teams.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

+ Associate degree or technical certification in engineering technology, manufacturing, or a related field.

+ Experience supporting product testing, validation, or quality inspection activities.

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Experience with process improvement initiatives in a manufacturing or engineering environment.

+ Background in manufacturing processes, tooling, machining, or fabrication.

+ Military experience or experience supporting products used in demanding field environments.

+ Familiarity with structured quality systems and documentation practices.

+ Ability to contribute ideas for improving test methods, tooling, and assembly processes.

Work Environment

This role operates in a modern, recently remodeled manufacturing and engineering facility dedicated to developing advanced head protection systems that help protect against serious impact-related injuries. The environment is extremely clean, organized, and designed to support precise testing and assembly activities. The culture emphasizes thoughtful design, product performance, and mission-focused solutions, allowing end users to concentrate on their work rather than their equipment.

Typical working hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with the requirement to occasionally support first shift (approximately 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.) and second shift (approximately 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.) as needed. The work involves frequent use of measurement and inspection tools, computer-based documentation (such as Excel and Word), and collaboration with engineering and production teams in a fast-paced setting where some processes may be ambiguous or still developing.

The facility…