Engineering Technician B - 2nd Shift

L3Harris Technologies•Culpeper, VA

2d•$22 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

The Engineering Technician B will join a cross-functional team at the Culpeper, Virginia-area site, which supports development and high-complexity production programs for solid rocket motor propulsion and energetics. The role supports all Orange programs and involves fabricating components and assembling them into solid rocket systems. The technician performs routine tests, mixes and casts chemicals and energetics, collects data, and operates equipment in accordance with standard procedures and safety protocols. Laboratory work includes chemical analysis, mechanical and environmental testing, combustion and hazard testing, and propellant compatibility testing. Results are used for quality control, failure analysis, contamination analysis, and engineering development. The role may involve mixing chemicals and energetics at large scale and working with hand tools. A valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance are required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and at least 4 years of prior manufacturing experience; alternatively, 2 years of post-secondary education or an associate degree and 0–2 years of prior manufacturing experience.
Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance.
Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Experience with chemicals and chemical processing.
Ability to work with various hand tools.
Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
Ability to follow safety practices and properly use personal protective equipment (PPE).
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with the work team and others contacted during work.
Ability to work with management, supervisors, or lead personnel to prioritize work and meet critical deadlines.

Responsibilities

Perform routine tests, mix and cast chemicals and energetics, collect data, and operate equipment according to standard procedures.
Follow detailed work standards and safety protocols.
Acquire specialized skills and perform specialized work as required.
Conduct chemical analysis using wet chemical techniques or analytical instruments.
Perform mechanical testing, environmental exposure, combustion testing, hazard testing, and propellant compatibility testing to assess materials for product or process applications.
Use test results for quality control, process or product failure analysis, forensic purposes, contamination analysis, and engineering development.
Mix chemicals and energetics at large scale.
Work with hand tools.