Dynamics Technician II

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

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About The Position

Perform testing and measurement tasks for the Dynamics department. Under general supervision, complete intermediate technical and mechanical procedures, interact regularly with clients, troubleshoot and rework standard tests, and interpret and analyze test results. The work includes preparing test setups, monitoring and documenting tests, processing and communicating test data, and maintaining the laboratory and equipment.

The role is performed in a test laboratory with exposure to sudden, loud noises. Employees are occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk or hear, taste or smell, and lift or move up to 25 pounds. Required vision abilities include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2–6 years of experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and dynamics principles.
• Working knowledge of basic safety practices.
• Basic understanding of AC/DC circuits.
• Ability to use standard Dynamics equipment and accurately capture necessary data.
• Basic MS Office skills.
• Ability to complete intermediate technical and mechanical procedures, interact regularly with clients, troubleshoot and rework standard tests, and interpret and analyze test results.

Nice To Haves

• AA or AS degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Read specifications in technical documents, including test standards, customer SOWs, 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 data after testing; finalize data and send it to the Program Manager.
• Physically remove test items after testing.
• Maintain the laboratory by cleaning equipment, keeping calibrated instruments current, and organizing supplies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Seven paid holidays and four paid floating holidays, depending on hire date.
• Paid Time Off (PTO), accrued biweekly.
• 401k with employer match.
• Twelve hours of Paid Volunteer Time Off (PVTO) 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED