Dynamics Technician I
About The Position
Perform testing and measurement tasks for the Dynamics department, which works with the motion of systems under the action of forces. The technician completes basic technical and mechanical procedures under close supervision, interacts with clients as needed, assists with basic troubleshooting, and helps interpret and analyze test results. The role includes preparing test equipment based on technical documents, monitoring and documenting tests, verifying and finalizing test data for the Program Manager, and maintaining the test lab and its equipment. The work takes place in a test lab with exposure to sudden, loud noises.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- 0–3 years of experience.
- Basic knowledge of electrical and mechanical principles.
- Working knowledge of basic safety practices.
- Basic understanding of AC/DC circuits.
- Basic MS Office skills.
- Ability to occasionally stand, walk, sit, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk or hear, and taste or smell.
- Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
- Vision abilities including close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Nice To Haves
- Associate of Arts (AA) or Associate of Science (AS) degree.
Responsibilities
- Read specifications in test standards, customer statements of work, and test plans or procedures; identify and prepare test equipment.
- Monitor tests according to specifications, interact with customers as needed, troubleshoot, and document pertinent data.
- Verify, review, and document test data after completion; finalize data and send it to the Program Manager.
- Remove test items after testing and maintain the lab by cleaning equipment, keeping calibrated instruments current, and organizing supplies.
- Complete basic technical and mechanical procedures under close supervision and assist with troubleshooting and interpretation and analysis of test results.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Short- and long-term disability insurance and life insurance.
- Flexible spending accounts.
- Seven paid holidays and four paid floating holidays, depending on hire date.
- Paid time off accrued biweekly.
- 401(k) with employer match.
- Twelve hours of paid volunteer time off each year.
- Tuition reimbursement and other employee programs.
- Flexible schedules offered at some labs.
- Monthly lab bonus plans, based on position.
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
- Collaborative and innovative work environment.
- Opportunity to work on projects in the space and defense sectors.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
