Mechanical Engineering Technician - Hollywood, MD

Dayton T. Brown, Inc.•Hollywood, MD

2d•$25 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

If you're ready for the challenge of working for a dynamic, multi-divisional corporation we have a career opportunity for an experienced and highly motivated Mechanical Engineering Technician to support our Mission Systems Division. We are looking for team members to work on a newly awarded high-profile project for a well-known international customer. Our Mission Systems Division, located in Patuxent River, Maryland, supports DoD Rapid Prototyping and limited production of updates to military aircraft and ground systems with a focus on the Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance community. From design, prototyping, production, and support, DTB and its multiple industry partners provide full life cycle sustainment to these critical systems.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Minimum 3 years machining and fabrication experience.
The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Level Security Clearance is required.
Experience working with sheet metal, structural steel, stainless, and aluminum.
MIG and/or TIG welding experience required, formal certifications a plus.
CNC machining and programming experience required.
Follow company safety protocols and maintain a clean work environment.
Ability to work within a small, focused team addressing multiple simultaneous tasks.
U.S. Citizenship required.

Nice To Haves

Electrical and electronic systems knowledge is a plus.
Automotive or heavy truck maintenance experience a plus.
Ability to travel domestic and international is a plus. Travel is estimated at between 5% and 25% of a year. Trips will range from 2 days to 2 weeks in duration.

Responsibilities

Execute fabrication, machining, and assembly tasks that range in complexity within a production environment.
Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications to determine technical requirements.
Provide input to senior technicians and engineers for manufacturing and design improvements where applicable.
Assist with the design and development of various prototype electrical and mechanical systems.
Build various small production batch structures and assemblies.
Work with a high level of technical accuracy.
Proficiently operate and maintain shop tools and equipment.
Perform basic fabrication tasks with metal materials using CNC and manual tools such as shears, saws, drills, routers, and mills.
Travel both CONUS and OCONUS to setup and break-down the mobile mission ground support equipment system as required.