Engineering Development Technician II

Worker Type

Regular

Summary

The Engineering Development Technician II will have the opportunity to work on a variety of advanced unmanned systems to develop solutions for a variety of defense and commercial applications. This will include contributing to the development, build, integration, and maintenance of these systems.

• Conduct mechanical, electrical, and composite fabrication support, troubleshooting, repair, and testing of integrated systems
• Operate and maintain shop equipment and tools (Hand tools, power tools, solder irons, manual lathe and mills, 3D printers, etc.)
• Meet scheduled timelines and, in some cases, aggressive deadlines to have hardware ready for project milestones
• Attend project meetings to discuss project schedule, design, hardware status, and other critical information
• Effectively document important processes and build techniques for successful readiness of equipment and transition of responsibilities to other individuals
• Build low volume assemblies in the prototype phase of product lifecycle
• Ensure that laboratory and machine shop areas and equipment are safe, clean, in good working order, and organized for all engineering staff to efficiently work
• Other duties as assigned

• High School diploma or GED equivalent and/or equivalent certificate from a technical school
• 3+ years of technical experience (emphasis in machining, composites, rapid prototyping environment and electronics)
• Requires general proficiency with Microsoft Office Software and general computer skills
• Demonstrated familiarity with aircraft and/or Remote Control (R/C) experience
• Good understanding of using machine shop tools and shows proficiency with these systems
• Experience with building fixtures, tools and parts or electrical devices
• Good understanding of build/assembly documentation development
• In-depth knowledge, including repair and test, in at least one area:
  Fabrication, Composites, Mechanics, Electronics
• Maintain a high level of work practice and ensure all safety guidelines and policies are met
• Requires local/domestic travel (both driving and flying) to test site locations and participating in development testing
• Must have a valid Driver's license and clean driving record
• Periods of development may require long irregular hours around deadlines, weekends and some holidays and in field test environments

• Higher education and Welding certifications are desired
• Experience with 3D modeling and programming software (such as Solid Works/SURFCAM) desired
• Exposure to 3D additive manufacturing technology desired