Senior Engineering Technician
About The Position
Engineering Technicians are in a hands-on work environment performing a variety of tasks to support the engineering, manufacturing and production teams. Daily responsibilities may include test set up, mechanical assembly, receiving support, production, packaging and shipping. The Senior Engineering Technician reports to the Technician Supervisor. Karman Space & Defense provides concept-to-production solutions for mission-critical systems on spacecraft, launch vehicles, missiles, hypersonics, and integrated defense systems. We believe that solving the industry’s most complex and mission-critical challenges requires relentless determination and a willingness to push the boundaries of possibility. Karman Space & Defense brings to bear unparalleled production capabilities, unmatched engineering expertise, and unflinching analysis to render the impossible, possible.
Requirements
- High School diploma
- Strong proficiency with basic hand and power tools
- Excellent mechanical aptitude
- Experience with test data acquisition and instrumentation
- Typically possesses: 8+ years’ experience in aerospace, defense experience, or manufacturing environments
- Demonstrated team or project leadership experience preferred
- Possesses strong computer background and familiarity with common office applications
- Demonstrates passion for the aerospace and defense industry, and strong desire to work in a fast-paced, hands-on environment
- Demonstrates an exceptional work ethic and attitude
- Must be a U.S. Citizen
Nice To Haves
- Associates Degree or higher
- Knowledge of military and commercial industry specifications
Responsibilities
- Performs and oversees mechanical assembly according to verbal and written instructions
- Supports engineering testing, manufacturing efforts
- Reads and understands blueprints, schematics and technical diagrams
- Performs test planning and execution: test design and analysis; writing procedures, test plans, and data collection
- Possesses a good understanding of all aspects of environmental testing
- Assists with packaging and shipping of hardware and equipment
- Safely uses chemicals, adhesives, and solvents as required
- Observes safety and security procedures, reports potentially unsafe conditions
- Works effectively with teams of engineers and technicians
- Interacts with technical staff for proposal development and project performance
- Demonstrates leadership and provides guidance to more junior Engineering Technicians
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
