Electrical Test Technician

Textron•Hunt Valley, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems. This role is in Textron System’s Sea Systems business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make! About This Role We believe people should love what they do – in a Test Technician role, you will be responsible for: Textron Systems, leading developers of high performance Unmanned Systems and a proven partner for both military and commercial applications, is offering a full-time opportunity for an Electrical Technician to provide electrical support for the design, integration, and maintenance of electrical systems on a variety of technologies, ranging from Unmanned Air Systems for Commercial and Military programs as well as Naval Surface Systems, in a fast-paced environment. These systems are experimental and cutting-edge technological advancements that are intended to protect the warfighter in various theaters as well as provide civil support to many commercial applications. This individual will have an opportunity to travel, execute experimental military and civil hardware testing, and grow in their role. This individual reports to the Unmanned Systems Engineering Support Manager. The position involves supporting lab operations of component integration, modifications, assembly and test, of air vehicles, naval surface vessels, and ground support equipment. Individual must be willing to support at remote test sites of UAVs and on water operations of surface vessels to include serving as a crew chief, small craft operator, safety lookout, and support and maintenance crew member during field testing. Individual must be able to work from assembly documentation (i.e. Work Instructions, Drawings etc.), parts lists, and diagrams to assemble, wire and install a wide variety of components. May assemble by hand or operate semiautomatic assembly equipment. Operates electronic and mechanical test equipment. Use small hand tools such as soldering irons, wire strippers, crimpers, wrenches, screwdrivers and pliers. Identify and document work order instruction or drawing errors, provide technical troubleshooting, inspections, as well as the proper notation of logbooks and flight records to Unmanned Systems operations. May assist engineering in basic process development or evaluation. Requires basic knowledge of procedures and technical theory in assigned product areas. This position does not directly provide leadership or supervision to other employees.

Requirements

Strong ability to interpret drawings and schematics
Willing to travel (25%25-50%25)
General electrical aptitude
Cable/harness assembly skills
Effective written and oral communication skills
Ability to multitask and prioritize tasking
Ability to work extended hours to meet program goals
Ability to work in extreme weather conditions (in desert and on water, away from land)
Ability to work in tight quarters and confined spaces
Ability to swim
Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET level security clearance
Must be a team player and able to work with minimum supervision

Nice To Haves

Boating/Water experience is preferred
Associate’s degree in electronic/electrical/engineering technology and 2 or more years of experience with mechanical systems, maritime and aviation systems preferred
Working knowledge of Military specifications is a plus
Working knowledge of Military hardware is a plus
Experienced small boat handler is a plus
Basic computer skills such as word processing, spreadsheets, database & technical drawing packages