Senior Advanced Engineering Technician

General Dynamics • Fort Wayne, IN

163d • $36 - $39

About The Position

As an Advanced Engineering Technician you'll support engineering activities by assisting in the design, testing, modification, and maintenance of equipment and systems. They collaborate with various departments to ensure efficient operation and continuous improvement of technical processes.

Requirements

• An Associate's degree in related discipline or equivalent plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to obtain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire.
• U.S. citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to demonstrate soldering skills to pass J-std cert. if required.
• Ability to fabricate simple and complex hardware as required.
• Strong proficiency in the use of related tools and equipment.
• Strong knowledge of computer and test equipment.
• Strong knowledge of generally accepted technical theory in appropriate disciplines (software, electrical, manufacturing, etc.).
• Ability to use computers and software applications to assist in job execution.
• Ability to generate documents, spreadsheet data analysis, test software, and complex block diagram creation.
• Ability to reuse technologies between multiple programs.
• Strong proficiency in prioritizing and maintaining effective technical support of multiple tasks and assignments.
• Strong communication and collaborative skills.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Lays out, builds, calibrates, adjusts, installs, and maintains equipment, components, devices, or systems.
• Operates related equipment; conducts tests and reports data in prescribed format.
• Works with Engineering and Operations Support.
• Works with associates and other departments and participates in cross-functional relationships.
• Assists in the development of new/revised product and programs.
• Implements practical solutions for process improvement.
• Organizes, examines, and interprets data to identify cause/effect relationships and recommends resolution/process improvement.
• Assists others in the design and construction of tooling and fixtures to accomplish unique tasks.
• Improvises, adapts, and creates operating procedures to enhance quality, cycle time, and customer satisfaction.
• Uses manufacturing, test, development, or diagnostic equipment, including but not limited to test programs, oscilloscopes, signal generators, and specialized test apparatus.
• Develops test specifications and procedures as required.
• Defines preventative maintenance tasks and performance capabilities of new equipment or processes.
• Prepares reports, documentation/specifications as required.
• Performs complex troubleshooting to the component level.

Benefits

• Highly competitive benefits
• Flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Associate degree