Engineering Development Tech III

Worker Type

Regular

The Engineering Development Technician III 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.

• Conducts 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

• 5+ 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

• Experience working with composites, either wet layup or prepreg materials, is desired

• Skills as a machinist and with GD&T desired

• Demonstrates competency in interpreting instructions given by engineering team (verbal or written), asking for clarity where needed, and updating or generation of documentation, which could include drawings and procedures

• Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties

• Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives

• Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products

• Has effective problem-solving, analytical, interpersonal and communication skills. Focuses on teamwork, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one's own interests

• Requires manual dexterity and ability to effectively use machining tools, both manual and automated

• Requires use of soldering iron to assist with electrical assembly

• Ability to move and/or carry heavy equipment

• Ability to meet California laws governing the acceptable use of a respirator.

• Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds as well as objects of varying sizes and shapes for setups and assemblies for various internal customers

• Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and/or telephone keyboard

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment

• U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder), per ITAR definition