Engineering Technician

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Bowhead is seeking an Engineering Technician to support the Infrared Radio Frequency (IR/RF) Division at the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) in Crane, Indiana. The IR/RF Systems Technologies Division conducts research and development for pyrotechnic and countermeasure devices in support of the Navy, Air Force, Army and Joint Strike Fighter. The primary mission is to promote the self-protection of aircraft, vessels and vehicles and includes, but is not limited to, infrared technology, lasers and electronic warfare research and development.

The Engineering Technician will be responsible for performing complex engineering assignments in a research and development environment and serve as the technician for a work unit that conducts development and testing operations involving energetic compositions.

• Constructing components, subunits or models and adapting equipment for use in the IR/RF division.
• Researching and developing nonstandard tools, techniques and processes for loading and testing.
• Setting up, operating and maintaining a wide variety of complex and specialized tools, equipment and machinery in a highly hazardous environment.
• Performing tests on items during processing to ensure that components meet specification requirements.
• Designing, testing and repairing equipment, components and completed assemblies.
• Assisting in the development of maintenance standards and installation procedures for use by other employees.
• Handling containerized ordnance.
• Assembly, acceptance testing and functional operations.
• Understanding and adhering to safety protocols and procedures.
• Handling hazardous materials.

• High school diploma and 2–5 years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels and with outside contacts.
• Must be able to obtain explosive certification.
• Applicants may be subject to pre‑employment drug and alcohol screening and must comply with UIC’s Non‑DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements.

• Lift up to 15–25 pounds.
• Stand and walk for prolonged periods.
• Twist, bend and squat periodically.

Must be able to obtain a security clearance at the Secret level. Current Secret clearance holders are highly encouraged to apply. U.S. citizenship is required for Secret clearance at this location.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting

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