Experience Inc. Jobs

Job Information

General Atomics and Affiliated Companies Mechanical Test Technician in Poway, California

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.

In this job, you will perform or assist in mechanical environmental testing including vibration, shock, temperature, altitude, and humidity. You will be required to utilize and operate environmental chambers and shaker tables, including the associated software. You will also be required to program and control auxiliary data acquisition systems for test data collection and analysis. You will perform potential repair and maintenance of lab equipment. Additionally, consult on test design and setup. Secondary responsibilities may be supporting other teams within the lab including flight test, mechanical systems test, and structural test.

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.

  • 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.45677

Job Qualifications:

  • Typically requires associate's degree or equivalent with five or more years of experience. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.

  • Mechanical test lab experience, preferably vibration and shock

  • Experience with LabView

  • Training and/or experience in test or experimental operations normally acquired in the military or technical schools desirable.

  • Ability and willingness to work on systems which have unusual conditions such as high pressure, high voltage, high energy, cryogens, or radioactive materials.

  • Knowledge of computer operations and applications pertinent to the field required.

Salary: $56,180 - $83,518 Travel Percentage Required None Relocation Assistance Provided Not Provided US Citizenship Required? Yes Clearance Required? No Clearance Level null 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.

DirectEmployers