Technician A (E-M)

MIT Lincoln Laboratory•Lexington, MA

5d•$39 - $44

About The Position

The Fabrication Engineering Group provides rapid fabrication, assembly, integration, and testing of advanced hardware prototypes for national security applications. Its capabilities include precision fabrication, additive manufacturing, 5-axis machining, PCB design and assembly, and environmental and space simulation testing. The Technician A (E-M) assists with laboratory or research work and operates experimental and technical equipment under the supervision of scientific personnel or higher-grade technicians. The role performs environmental testing—including thermal, vacuum, altitude, and space simulation—on hardware for various applications; monitors tests and troubleshoots equipment; and collaborates with engineers, providing feedback as needed. The position also involves minor test-equipment programming and requires strong organizational skills and the ability to work well in a team. The technician is supported by hardware, test infrastructure, talented peers, and a work environment focused on excellence and continuous learning. Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret-level DoD security clearance and are subject to a pre-employment background investigation. U.S. citizenship is required.

Requirements

Graduation from a two-year technical school or equivalent.
A minimum of two years of applicable experience.
Strong organizational skills.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret-level DoD security clearance.
U.S. citizenship.

Nice To Haves

Direct experience with environmental testing.
Hands-on mechanical or electronic knowledge.
Vacuum experience and repair.

Responsibilities

Perform environmental testing of hardware, including thermal, vacuum, altitude, and space simulation testing.
Monitor testing and troubleshoot equipment as needed.
Collaborate with engineers on tests and provide feedback as required.
Perform minor programming of test equipment.
Work effectively in a team environment.