Electro-mechanical Technician

About the Role

We are seeking a well-rounded technician to help us provide innovative optical test capabilities that address the operational needs of our sponsors. You'll be joining a hardworking team of engineers and scientists who collaboratively solve hard problems in the area of optical systems, hardware-in-the-loop systems, and novel electronics system development.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and integrate electrical and mechanical elements for optical system test facilities and prototype equipment
• Troubleshoot operational and prototype electrical systems
• Assist with mechanical design and component fabrication (sheet metal and small-scale machine work), equipment racking, cable and harness fabrication, system integration, system calibration and checkout
• Participate in the design, integration, and test of electro-optical test and prototype systems
• Assist with lab management functions, including equipment maintenance, calibration, and overall management of facility assets
• Travel to support field test activities; support will consist of integration and trouble-shooting on site as well as assisting with data collection

Qualifications

• Hold a high school diploma or equivalent
• Have 3+ years of machining and electrical fabrication experience, including soldering skills
• Have experience working with, and updating, mechanical and electrical drawings
• Can demonstrate excellent interpersonal, communication, logical reasoning, and organizational skills
• Have a basic understanding of active and passive electronics
• Are willing to get certified to NASA electrical and mechanical fabrication standards
• Are able to obtain a Secret level security clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

Pay

• Minimum Rate: $25.30 Hourly
• Maximum Rate: $50.00 Hourly