Mechanical Test Technician

Overview

Job Summary:

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems. In this position, you will perform or assist in mechanical environmental testing including vibration, shock, temperature, altitude, and humidity. You will be required to utilize and operate environmental chambers and shaker tables, including the associated software.

You will also be required to program and control auxiliary data acquisition systems for test data collection and analysis. You will perform potential repair and maintenance of lab equipment. Additionally, consult on test design and setup. Secondary responsibilities may be supporting other teams within the lab including flight test, mechanical systems test, and structural test.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

• Fabricates, assembles, modifies, and installs laboratory equipment, experimental apparatus, or commercial hardware of moderate complexity.
• Operates specialized laboratory or experimental equipment; collects and summarizes data.
• Sets up moderately complex experiments and/or tests; checks out and calibrates equipment prior to experimentation and data acquisition; conducts tests and experiments following operating procedures.
• Identifies operation or equipment problems and reports deficiencies.
• Records and reduces experimental and test data using mathematical computations; prepares tables, plots, and input for written report.
• Maintains and repairs laboratory and experimental equipment.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
• Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
• Performs housekeeping and cleanup duties as required.
• May provide guidance or training to other technicians.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

• Typically requires high school diploma or equivalent with one or more years of experience.
• Mechanical test lab experience, preferably with vibration and environmental chambers.
• Training and/or experience in test or experimental operations normally acquired in the military or technical schools desirable.
• Ability and willingness to work on systems which have unusual conditions such as high pressure, high voltage, high energy, or cryogens.
• Knowledge of computer operations and applications pertinent to the field required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance is required.

Job Type: Full-Time Hourly

Salary range: 44,590 - 66,295