Junior Mechanical Technician
About The Position
SAIC is currently seeking a Junior Mechanical Technician in Newport, RI. The candidate will work to support the maintenance and operation of an advanced Naval Test Facility and torpedo hardware. The Propulsion Test Facility (PTF) specializing in the test and characterization of torpedo mechanical systems including propulsion, combustion, and fluid pump and control systems. The primary work focus will involve the maintenance, setup, breakdown, and repair of mechanical test equipment and facility infrastructure including fluid and gas handling, industrial equipment, and complex test and automation systems. The candidate must be self-motivated, accountable, and present themselves professionally in front of customers and peers. The ideal candidate will bring creativity, strong work ethic, and the propensity to learn and grow within the organization.
Requirements
- Self-motivated
- Accountable
- Professional presentation
- Creativity
- Strong work ethic
- Propensity to learn and grow
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the checkout and visual inspection of pumps, valves, eyewash stations, and lockout/tagout.
- Use of facility cranes.
- Fabrication of test fixtures through the use of light metalworking.
- Performing maintenance tasks and helping to develop maintenance procedures.
- Assembling and installing equipment.
- Creating, building, modifying and repairing prototype test systems and fixtures.
- Facility and system upkeep and organization.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
