Engineering Technician

UIC Alaska • Crane, IN

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Bowhead seeks an Engineering Technician to join its team at the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC Crane) in the Power and Energy Division in Crane, Indiana. The technician performs nonstandard assignments, adapting established procedures and equipment and applying relevant precedents to recurring work. Supervisors provide instructions, equipment, and advice, and review the work; the technician must also be able to perform the described work independently.

The role involves constructing and testing components and devices, collecting and processing engineering data, and supporting design modifications. This is an SCA position with a targeted hourly rate of $25.23. The salary information is a general guideline; Bowhead considers factors including the position’s scope and responsibilities, experience, education and training, skills, internal equity, and market and business considerations when making an offer.

The technician must be able to obtain a Secret clearance. U.S. citizenship is required for a Secret clearance at this location; candidates who already hold a Secret clearance are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

• Associate degree or above in Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Computers Technology, Mechanical Engineering, or a similar discipline.
• Three to five years of experience performing the described duties.
• Experience working with electrical systems, including strong knowledge of wiring and troubleshooting.
• Solid knowledge of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and experience executing complex technical procedures.
• Prior experience with NSWC Crane Operations.
• Intermediate to advanced skills with 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 obtain a Secret clearance; U.S. citizenship is required for a Secret clearance at this location.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds, stand and walk for prolonged periods, and twist, bend, and squat periodically.

Nice To Haves

• Candidates who currently hold a Secret clearance are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Construct components, subunits, or simple models; adapt standard equipment and troubleshoot or correct malfunctions as needed.
• Follow layouts and scientific diagrams to construct and package simple devices and equipment subunits.
• Conduct tests or experiments, making minor modifications to test setups or procedures when needed; exercise judgment in measurements, select and operate standard test equipment, and record test data.
• Extract and compile engineering data from sources such as field notes, manuals, and lab reports; process data, identify errors or inconsistencies, and select methods for presenting it.
• Assist with design modifications by compiling data about designs, specifications, and materials relevant to equipment items or component parts.
• Develop information about previous operational failures and modifications; use judgment and initiative to recognize gaps or inconsistencies and seek sources to clarify information.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree