Principal Engineering Technician

Elbit America • Fort Worth, TX

23h • Onsite

About The Position

The Principal Engineering Technician functions as a sensor development technician on integrated product teams tasked with the development of image tubes and related night vision sensors. This position requires the ability to work on a team that is designing for ultra-high vacuum and high voltage processing. Traditional sensors incorporate an activated semiconductor cathode, micro channel plate (MCP) and a phosphor screen. Sensors must operate for extended periods in rugged military environments.

Requirements

• Associates degree in Engineering Technology, equivalent degree, or related work experience; manufacturing engineering support
• 9+ years of related work experience
• Must be computer literate
• Position requires the candidate to be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance
• Strong analytical abilities and trouble-shooting techniques.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Capable of performing process engineering tasks commensurate with experience.
• Must be able to comply with OSHA, EPA, Fire Regulations, Company Policies and Procedures.

Responsibilities

• Understand requirements from the sensor engineers and able to translate them into tests and instructions for the manufacturing environment.
• Work with manufacturing engineers and other subject matter experts to make designs are manufactured at a reasonable yield.
• Working with manufacturing to move tubes through the build process.
• Set up and execute and analyze tests of new tube configurations and/or processes.
• Supervise or execute measurements of relevant tube parameters.
• Create and present test data for the engineering team.
• Participate in peer design reviews for the more complex designs and design approaches.

Benefits

• Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off
• Competitive compensation & 401(k) program to plan for your future
• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
• Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
• Flexible Vacation & PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous Employee Referral Program
• Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identity Theft, Pet Insurance, and more
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree