Engineering Technician

Ducommun•Joplin, MO

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Provide engineering support to meet current and future manufacturing requirements. Develop and generate manufacturing work instructions and procedures, and design and develop tooling, fixtures, and other manufacturing aids. The position also involves a broad spectrum of electronic and mechanical calibrations, precision measurement, testing, and production quality activities. Use electronic test equipment and mechanical gauges to assess electronic and dimensional data to close tolerances. Determine the technical accuracy, operation, and proper sequencing of test procedures. Perform component-level failure analysis using schematics and test equipment, document findings, and recommend corrective actions. Construct test setups, interfaces to units under test, test fixtures, and other test aids; make recommendations for procedural changes; and perform lower-level test duties as needed. Follow team-member requirements and properly handle and manage hazardous waste generated in the work area. Other assignments may be required. The position is based at 1505 Maiden Lane, Joplin, Missouri, 64801. It requires access to export-controlled information or hardware; candidates must be U.S. Persons who comply with U.S. export control laws and regulations, including meeting applicable ITAR and EAR requirements.

Requirements

Prior experience reading and applying information from wiring lists, wiring schematics, process sheets, and procedures.
Intermediate knowledge of email, Word, Excel, Access, and CAD.
Intermediate to advanced computer skills, including the ability to open programs and input data.
Understanding of electrical safety.
Ability to learn on-the-job skills related to various electronic test equipment.
Comprehensive understanding of electronic theory and the ability to interpret results.
Good verbal and written communication skills to interact with people at all levels inside and outside the company.
People skills, including customer-service focus, a positive attitude, teamwork, and problem-solving ability.
Analytical abilities, including reasoning, planning, problem-solving, and establishing priorities.
Abilities listed in the General Requirements of Team Members.
Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed.
Must be a U.S. Person who complies with U.S. export control laws and regulations, or otherwise meet applicable ITAR and EAR requirements.

Nice To Haves

CAD degree and experience preferred.
Associate’s degree in electronic or mechanical technology preferred.
0–2 years of experience in design or manufacturing support.

Responsibilities

Develop and generate manufacturing work instructions and procedures.
Provide engineering support for current and future manufacturing requirements.
Design and develop tooling, fixtures, and other manufacturing aids.
Follow the General Requirements of Team Members.
Properly handle and manage hazardous waste generated in the work area.
Perform electronic and mechanical calibrations using test equipment and mechanical gauges.
Determine the technical accuracy, operation, and proper sequencing of test procedures.
Perform component-level failure analysis using schematics and test equipment; document findings and recommend corrective actions.
Construct test setups, interfaces to units under test, test fixtures, and other test aids.
Perform lower-level test duties as needed.
Recommend procedural changes as needed.
Perform tasks to ensure production quality standards are met.
Perform other assignments as required.