Dynamics Supervisor

Element U.S. Space & Defense • Santa Clarita, CA

17d • $42 - $45

About The Position

Supervise Dynamics Technicians at a specific site to ensure that the technical, administrative, schedule and budget goals for the department are achieved. Use Engineering principles to design and oversee Dynamics tests and capture data. Dynamics: The branch of mechanics that deals with motion of systems under action of forces usually from outside the system.

Requirements

• Provides direct supervision to department Technicians; Acts as an advisor, may become actively involved, as required to meet schedules and resolve problems
• Able to complete technical and mechanical procedures; monitors daily operations of a unit or sub-unit. Requires full knowledge of own area of functional responsibility. Erroneous decisions or failure to achieve results may cause delays in schedules
• Frequently interacts with other supervisors, and requires ability to gain cooperation of others, regarding project technical info or schedules
• Strong interpretation and analysis of test results
• Comprehensive understanding of Engineering principles, data interpretation, Dynamics testing & troubleshooting; Strong knowledge of Dynamics and Mechanical principles, and of all potential aspects of safety
• Strong supervisory skills; strong mathematical skills; mastery of all standard and complex Dynamics equipment; Proficient MS Office skills
• Technical Certification, AA in Engineering; BS in Engineering preferred
• 5-8+ Years in a related field

Nice To Haves

• BS in Engineering preferred

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the department to ensure Technicians are working toward set goals and remaining productive. Determines whether the quality of the work is acceptable
• Provide technical and administrative guidance, and assign daily work tasks and schedules
• Determine the skills the team members need to acquire. Give weighted input to the Department Manager in formal performance reviews and disciplinary action
• Interact with customers and Program Managers for technical support. May also review test results
• Troubleshoot escalated testing issues
• Perform Testing and/or measures tasks
• Other - Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
• Seven (7) paid holidays and four (4) paid floating holidays, depending on your hire date
• Paid Time Off (PTO), accrued biweekly
• 401k with employer match
• Twelve (12) hours of Paid Volunteer Time Off (PVTO) each year
• Tuition reimbursement and other employee programs
• Flexible schedules offered at some of our labs
• Monthly Lab Bonus plans (Based on position)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees