Engineering Technician - General Atomics and Affiliated Companies
Poway, CA
About the Job
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.
We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Engineering Technician within the Mission Payloads and Exploitation (MPEx) Prototype Assembly group at the ASI Division. The position is located in Poway, CA. The MPEx group develops various aircraft peripherals and prototype systems such as RF sensors and information processing subsystems.
This position performs or assists in fabrication, modification, assembly, installation, operations, repair and maintenance of moderately complex laboratory, experimental and commercial equipment. Consults on the design of equipment or tests; sets up and conducts moderately complex experiments and tests. And records and summarizes data. Essential functions under modest supervision.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
+ Fabricates, assembles, modifies, and installs laboratory equipment, experimental apparatus, or commercial hardware of moderate complexity.
+ Operates specialized laboratory or experimental equipment; collects and summarizes data.
+ Sets up moderately complex experiments and/or tests; checks out and calibrates equipment prior to experimentation and data acquisition; conducts tests and experiments following operating procedures.
+ Identifies operation or equipment problems and reports deficiencies.
+ Records and reduces experimental and test data using mathematical computations; prepares tables, plots, and input for written report.
+ Maintains and repairs laboratory and experimental equipment.
+ Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
+ Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
Additional Functions
+ Performs housekeeping and cleanup duties as required.
+ May provide guidance or training to other technicians.
+ Other duties as assigned or required.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
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Job Qualifications:
+ Typically requires associate's degree or equivalent with nine or more years of experience. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
+ Training and/or experience from the military or a trade school highly desirable.
+ Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance is required.
+ Able to train and lead others.
+ IPC J-STD soldering and wire harness assembly certifications desired.
+ Proficient in computer operations and applications with focus on Microsoft products and applications.
+ Must be able to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw conclusions.
+ Able to diagnose complex mechanical/electrical problems and determine effective solutions.
+ Must have communication skills necessary to write and record technical information and generate detailed reports.
Salary: $71,950 - $109,885 Travel Percentage Required 0 - 25 Relocation Assistance Provided Not Provided US Citizenship Required? Yes Clearance Required? Desired Clearance Level Secret Workstyle Onsite
General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. EEO is the law. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. To learn more visit https://tbcdn.talentbrew.com/company/499/v2_0/EEO Notices.pdf. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions.
We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Engineering Technician within the Mission Payloads and Exploitation (MPEx) Prototype Assembly group at the ASI Division. The position is located in Poway, CA. The MPEx group develops various aircraft peripherals and prototype systems such as RF sensors and information processing subsystems.
This position performs or assists in fabrication, modification, assembly, installation, operations, repair and maintenance of moderately complex laboratory, experimental and commercial equipment. Consults on the design of equipment or tests; sets up and conducts moderately complex experiments and tests. And records and summarizes data. Essential functions under modest supervision.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
+ Fabricates, assembles, modifies, and installs laboratory equipment, experimental apparatus, or commercial hardware of moderate complexity.
+ Operates specialized laboratory or experimental equipment; collects and summarizes data.
+ Sets up moderately complex experiments and/or tests; checks out and calibrates equipment prior to experimentation and data acquisition; conducts tests and experiments following operating procedures.
+ Identifies operation or equipment problems and reports deficiencies.
+ Records and reduces experimental and test data using mathematical computations; prepares tables, plots, and input for written report.
+ Maintains and repairs laboratory and experimental equipment.
+ Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
+ Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
Additional Functions
+ Performs housekeeping and cleanup duties as required.
+ May provide guidance or training to other technicians.
+ Other duties as assigned or required.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
46966
Job Qualifications:
+ Typically requires associate's degree or equivalent with nine or more years of experience. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
+ Training and/or experience from the military or a trade school highly desirable.
+ Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance is required.
+ Able to train and lead others.
+ IPC J-STD soldering and wire harness assembly certifications desired.
+ Proficient in computer operations and applications with focus on Microsoft products and applications.
+ Must be able to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw conclusions.
+ Able to diagnose complex mechanical/electrical problems and determine effective solutions.
+ Must have communication skills necessary to write and record technical information and generate detailed reports.
Salary: $71,950 - $109,885 Travel Percentage Required 0 - 25 Relocation Assistance Provided Not Provided US Citizenship Required? Yes Clearance Required? Desired Clearance Level Secret Workstyle Onsite
General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. EEO is the law. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. To learn more visit https://tbcdn.talentbrew.com/company/499/v2_0/EEO Notices.pdf. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions.
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