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 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 through work that includes infrared technology, lasers, and electronic warfare research and development. The Engineering Technician performs complex engineering assignments in a research and development environment. The role uses production equipment such as injection mold machines and metal lathes and requires experience with soldering and welding equipment. The technician also provides mentoring and leadership to lower-level Engineering Technicians.

Requirements

High school diploma.
One to three years of experience.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels and outside contacts.
Must be able to obtain explosive certification.
Must be able to obtain a Secret-level security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required for a Secret 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.
Able to lift 15 to 25 pounds.
Able to 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

Construct components, subunits, or models and adapt equipment in support of the IR/RF division.
Construct and package devices according to provided layouts and diagrams.
Conduct tests on machines and parts; measure, prepare, and operate test setups and record test data.
Assist with design modifications after failures or other needed changes are identified.
Handle containerized ordnance and potentially repack ordnance within containers.
Transport ordnance on station to production buildings, test ranges, and magazines as explosives-handling support.
Perform assembly, acceptance testing, and functional operations.
Perform electro-static discharge (ESD) activities.
Complete system-specific training.
Support additive manufacturing.
Handle hazardous materials.
Operate forklifts and other handling equipment, including hoists and cranes.
Operate a CAT III non-cab-operated crane.
Maintain MHE certification.
Provide mentoring and leadership to lower-level Engineering Technicians.