Engineering Technician

Summary

The Basic Engineering Technician will have the opportunity to work on a variety of UAS prototypes and production platforms for military and commercial applications. The Basic Engineering Technician will be responsible for assisting projects and programs with the construction, integration, component testing and maintenance of UAS platforms.

* This is a temporary position based on contract duration*

• Work independently to determine methods and procedures to execute engineering designs
  * short term we don't need this*
• Perform simple testing and troubleshooting of UAS components
  * troubleshooting capability would be great, but not everyone needs to*
• Use machine shop and laboratory tools (including soldering electronics)
  * not everyone needs to solder*
• Assist in lab, ground, and flight testing
• Identify operational challenges and repair faults on equipment
• Monitor and tracking of tool and component inventory
• Perform regular maintenance on equipment and machinery

• Hand tools experience
• Ability to read and execute design documents and technical drawings
• Self-motivation, and committed to providing high quality work and attention to detail
• Willingness to learn unfamiliar manufacturing techniques

• Manufacturing Experience (3d printing, laser cutting, CNC, etc.)
• General machine tool experience (drill press, mill, lathe, etc.)
• Working with internal combustion engines
• Soldering experience
• Composite material construction experience
• G-Code experience

• High School Diploma
• US Citizen

• Relevant Vocational Technical Certificate
• Ability to obtain DoD sponsored Security Clearance

• Required use of machining tools
  
  Ability to lift up to 50 lb.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing/lab environment
• Ability to work outdoors for extended periods (hot and cold)
• Ability to support flex shifts when required (