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 role involves performing complex engineering assignments in a research and development environment. The technician uses production equipment, including injection mold machines and metal lathes, and must have experience with soldering and welding equipment. The position may also include mentoring and providing leadership to lower-level Engineering Technicians.

This is an SCA position with a targeted hourly rate of $31.25. 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. Physical demands include lifting up to 25 pounds; standing and walking for prolonged periods; and periodically twisting, bending, and squatting.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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

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 lab reports to the customer.
• Maintain explosive certification.
• May mentor and provide leadership to lower-level Engineering Technicians.

What This Job Offers

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