Instrumentation Technician

Amentum•Allen Park, MI

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative solutions, supporting critical missions across defense, intelligence, energy, and civilian sectors. Our people are our competitive advantage, driven by purpose, collaboration, and a commitment to delivering excellence for our customers and communities. We are seeking an Instrumentation Technician to join Amentum’s Technical Support Services Group. Candidates will be based in Allen Park, Michigan. Our Advanced Solutions Group delivers the design, construction, and operation of unique and complex research and development facilities across the nuclear, automotive, motorsports, defense, and aerospace industries. Our team has supported an impressive range of clients, including Audi, Boeing, BMW, Fiat Chrysler, Ford, Honda, General Motors, NASA, the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, U.S. Department of Energy, Volkswagen, and organizations throughout North America, Europe, and Asia.

Requirements

High School Diploma
Minimum of two (2) years of related experience with instrumentation
Ability to operate hand and power tools.
Operational knowledge of instrumentation equipment related to test systems
Experience with computer based database applications.
A working knowledge of instrumentation measurement systems, particularly transducers and their operation — temperature, pressure, fluid flow,
Knowledge of electronic fabrication and experience building wiring harnesses
Understanding of circuit design and experience troubleshooting electronics.
Skilled with circuit board design and construction, as well as understanding of electrical testing schemes, preferably with battery testing experience
Strong technical aptitude specifically in the area of electrical signals and reading schematics
Knowledge of automotive electrical subsystems, sensors and wiring required
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Excel, Visio, etc.
Good organizational, interpersonal, and communication (verbal and written) skills
Ability to handle multiple simultaneous tasks, and adjust to changing requirements
High energy, self-starter, with ability and desire to take responsibility and deliver results with minimal supervision.
Ability and courage to effectively communicate key issues and recommendations to senior management
Ability to work within diverse environments
High integrity with good attitude and strong work ethic
Take ownership of projects and ensure proper follow-up to completion

Nice To Haves

An understanding of vehicle powertrain, power supply, and vehicle electrical system operation with an emphasis on High Voltage / HEV / BEV applications a plus
Ability to think through a situation and see the "big picture". How do your actions affect the client, fellow employees, and data deliverables.
Forward thinking — adapting the facility for the technology of the future
Excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

Day to day calibration and repair of basic electronic systems related to test equipment.
Accurate and timely completion of instrumentation calibrations, repairs, and builds.
Accurate documentation and database entry on a daily basis.
Plan calibration schedule and facilitate communication with operations team.
Calibrate pressure transducers, transmitters, current shunts, battery cyclers, load cells, and handheld/bench top test instruments such as multimeters, process calibrators, thermometers, etc.
Maintain instrumentation equipment, in a state of readiness, to support test programs.
Operational test support through troubleshooting and root cause analysis.