Prototype Engineering Technician

ALTEN Technology USA•Moorpark, CA

4h•Onsite

About The Position

The Prototype Engineering Technician will have the opportunity to work on a variety of advanced unmanned systems to develop solutions for a variety of defense and commercial applications. This will include contributing to the development, build, integration, and maintenance of these systems with a particular emphasis on composite fabrication and assembly.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED equivalent and/or equivalent certificate from a technical school
3+ years of technical experience with emphasis in composites fabrication, machining, rapid prototyping, and electronics
Hands-on experience with composite fabrication methods including wet layup, prepreg, and bonded assembly
Familiarity with composite inspection and repair techniques including visual and basic NDI methods
Requires general proficiency with Microsoft Office Software and general computer skills
Demonstrated familiarity with aircraft and/or Remote Control (R/C) experience
Good understanding of using machine shop tools and shows proficiency with these systems
Experience with building fixtures, tools, and parts or electrical devices
Good understanding of build/assembly documentation development including composite process documentation
In-depth knowledge, including repair and test, in at least one area: Composites, Fabrication, Mechanics, Electronics
Maintains a high level of work practice and ensures all safety guidelines and policies are met, including composite material handling and PPE requirements
Requires local/domestic travel (both driving and flying) to test site locations and participating in development testing
Must have a valid Driver's license and clean driving record

Nice To Haves

Higher education and welding certifications are desired
Experience with prepreg materials and autoclave or oven cure processes is desired
Familiarity with composite-specific standards and process specifications (e.g., ASTM D3039, Nadcap composite processing) desired
Experience with 3D modeling and programming software (such as SolidWorks/SURFCAM) desired
Exposure to 3D additive manufacturing technology desired
Skills as a machinist and with GD&T desired
Demonstrates competency in interpreting instructions given by engineering team (verbal or written), asking for clarity where needed, and updating or generation of documentation, which could include drawings, layup procedures, and cure cycle records
Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
Has effective problem-solving, analytical, interpersonal and communication skills. Focuses on teamwork, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one's own interests

Responsibilities

Conducts mechanical, electrical, and composite fabrication support, troubleshooting, repair, and testing of integrated systems
Performs composite layup operations including wet layup, prepreg, and out-of-autoclave processes for prototype structural components
Fabricates composite tooling including molds, caul plates, and layup fixtures to support prototype builds
Executes cure cycles, post-cure operations, and dimensional inspection of composite parts
Performs composite bonding and secondary assembly operations using aerospace-grade adhesives
Operates and maintains shop equipment and tools (hand tools, power tools, solder irons, manual lathe and mills, 3D printers, composite cutting and trimming equipment, etc.)
Meets scheduled timelines and, in some cases, aggressive deadlines to have hardware ready for project milestones
Attends project meetings to discuss project schedule, design, hardware status, and other critical information
Effectively documents important processes and build techniques, including composite layup procedures and cure cycle records, for successful readiness of equipment and transition of responsibilities to other individuals
Builds low volume assemblies in the prototype phase of product lifecycle
Ensures that laboratory, composite fabrication areas, and machine shop areas and equipment are safe, clean, in good working order, and organized for all engineering staff to efficiently work
Other duties as assigned