Engineering Technician

Bowhead • Crane, IN

14d • 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 division conducts research and development for pyrotechnic and countermeasure devices supporting the Navy, Air Force, Army, and Joint Strike Fighter. Its mission is to promote the self-protection of aircraft, vessels, and vehicles, including work in infrared technology, lasers, and electronic warfare research and development.

The Engineering Technician performs complex engineering assignments in a research and development environment and uses production equipment such as injection mold machines and metal lathes. The role requires experience with soldering and welding equipment and includes mentoring and leadership for lower-level Engineering Technicians. Responsibilities also include scheduling, supply chain and lifecycle management, SOP management, inventory tracking, and related systems and certifications.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Seven to ten years of experience.
• Previous experience supporting NSWC Crane and/or the IR/RF Division.
• Experience with soldering and welding equipment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels and outside contacts.
• Must be able to maintain explosive certification.
• Must be able to obtain a Secret security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required for clearance at this location.
• Must comply with UIC’s Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements and may be subject to pre-employment and/or random drug and alcohol screening.
• Ability to lift 15 to 25 pounds, stand and walk for prolonged periods, and periodically twist, bend, and squat.

Nice To Haves

• Current Secret clearance holders are highly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex engineering assignments in a research and development environment.
• Use production equipment, including injection mold machines and metal lathes, and soldering and welding equipment.
• Provide mentoring and leadership to lower-level Engineering Technicians.
• Handle scheduling.
• Support supply chain and lifecycle management.
• Manage, review, and edit SOPs.
• Track and manage inventory.
• Use ERP, SWMS, and IPDM systems.
• Maintain MHE certification.

What This Job Offers

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