Engineering Technician

UIC Alaska • Crane, IN

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Bowhead is seeking an Engineering Technician to support the Infrared Radio Frequency (IR/RF) Division at the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) in Crane, Indiana. The role performs complex engineering assignments in a research and development environment using production equipment such as injection mold machines and metal lathes, as well as soldering and welding equipment. The technician may mentor and provide leadership to lower-level Engineering Technicians.

This is an SCA position with a targeted hourly rate of $36.80. The technician must be able to maintain explosive certification and a Secret-level security clearance. U.S. citizenship is required for Secret clearance at this location.

Requirements

• Education and experience demonstrating the ability to perform the duties effectively.
• Ability to maintain a security clearance at the Secret level; U.S. citizenship is required for Secret clearance at this location.
• Ability to maintain explosive certification.
• Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels and outside contacts.
• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment, with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods.
• Ability to twist, bend, and squat periodically.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience supporting NSWC Crane and/or the IR/RF Division is highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and construct standard equipment or parts, and service or repair instruments.
• Conduct tests using established methods, including preparing, adjusting, and operating equipment.
• Record test data and highlight deviations found during testing.
• Assist in presenting data from field notes, manuals, and laboratory reports to the customer.
• Maintain explosive certification.
• Provide mentoring and leadership to lower-level Engineering Technicians as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed