Test Technician - 2nd Shift

Ensign-Bickford Industries, Inc. • Simsbury, CT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This opportunity is located within our Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company business, a global leader of mission-critical hardware and systems solutions including precision energetics systems and innovative explosive solutions.Click here to learn more. Job Description The Test Services Team is hiring! We’re looking for a hands-on, mechanically minded Test Technician to support our Shock Team on 2nd Shift. If you love solving problems, thrive in fast-paced environments, and get energized by technology that matters, this role is for you. This is a 2nd shift position located at our facility in Simsbury, CT.

Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma (associate degree in mechanical or electrical engineering preferred).
• Candidates must be able to work independently and interface with individuals at multiple levels in the organization.
• A Safety mindset with attention to detail, as well as Strong mechanical aptitude, problem-solving and communication skills are required.
• Candidates must be able to interpret and execute test requirements provided in written specifications.
• Dynamic Testing
• SRS Shock
• Acceleration Instrumentation
• Accelerometers
• Charge Amplifiers & Signal Conditioners
• Thermocouples
• Multimeter

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in an aerospace industry is preferred.
• Microsoft Office Programs
• DAQ Software
• Reading and understanding test procedure
• Mechanical aptitude

Responsibilities

• Test evaluation, set-up and performance
• Equipment preventive maintenance and calibration
• Test data reporting
• Equipment troubleshooting and repair
• Primary responsibility will be evaluation, set-up and performance of Shock, Acceleration and Climatic testing.
• Testing will be performed in accordance with written procedures, MIL-STDs, and industry specifications.
• Test data will be generated to support customer requirements.
• Occasional heavy lifting, working outdoors and overtime may be required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED