Sr Technician (E-M)

MIT Lincoln Laboratory•Lexington, MA

2d•$46 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

An individual who assists in laboratory or research work and operates experimental and technical equipment under the supervision of scientific personnel or technicians of higher grades. Must be able to work for periods of time without supervision. Work assignments include: Assist engineers with assembly and integration of complex electro/optical/mechanical systems and subsystems. Precision, quality, and attention to detail are very important. Support the assembly of chassis, cables/harnesses, and printed circuit boards, and may include optical sub-systems requiring precise handling, alignment, and calibration for proper operation and reliability. Good communication skills are needed. Interpret drawings, models, specifications, verbal instructions or sketches, to make tools, support equipment and test fixtures as required, or to modify parts to ensure proper fit and function. She or he will be supported with first-rate hardware, test infrastructure, talented peers, and a work environment that values excellence and continuous learning. Must work well in team environment.

Requirements

Graduation from a two-year technical school or its equivalent and a minimum of five years’ applicable experience.
Conventional / manual machining experience desired (ie Bridgeport / lathe).
Candidates with prior experience in assembly and machining for aerospace and/or national laboratory programs will be given very strong consideration.
Experience with model base design (MBD), Cleanroom and ESD protocols a plus.
Must be able to work for periods of time without supervision.
Must work well in team environment.
U.S. citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

Conventional / manual machining experience desired (ie Bridgeport / lathe).
Candidates with prior experience in assembly and machining for aerospace and/or national laboratory programs will be given very strong consideration.
Experience with model base design (MBD), Cleanroom and ESD protocols a plus.

Responsibilities

Assist engineers with assembly and integration of complex electro/optical/mechanical systems and subsystems.
Support the assembly of chassis, cables/harnesses, and printed circuit boards, and may include optical sub-systems requiring precise handling, alignment, and calibration for proper operation and reliability.
Interpret drawings, models, specifications, verbal instructions or sketches, to make tools, support equipment and test fixtures as required, or to modify parts to ensure proper fit and function.