R&D Technician

Job Summary

Utilizing basic principles of science, engineering, and mathematics to aid engineers in solving technical problems in the research and development environment. Utilizing standard concepts, practices, and procedures used in the pyrotechnic/flare countermeasures field. Performs general functions for blending, forming, assembly, and testing of pyrotechnic/explosive products not just limited to MTV products. Performs these duties under only general supervision. Technician relies on experience, education and judgment to plan and accomplish goals safely.

Primary Responsibilities

• Leads and/or mentors less experienced Technicians and/or Production employees
• Sets up and uses various machines, fixtures and equipment both in the manufacture and testing of the product
• Works with a variety of different products outside of the legacy MTV flare products currently in production
• Builds products to print and/or engineering instructions
• Conducts organized and accurate experiments
• Provides feedback to engineers and chemists on common blending, forming, assembly, and testing of products to aid with product and process development based on experience
• Actively participates in engineering meetings, including but not limited to drawing reviews, design reviews, process hazard analyses, design FMEAs, process FMEAs
• Takes initiative to improve R&D work areas in accordance with lean principles
• Supports transition of R&D products to Production including demonstrating mixing, forming, assembly, and testing practices
• Works with other R&D staff to plan and execute tasks efficiently
• Accurately collects data and record results on various research and development projects
• Complies with all R&D policies such as Design and Development Standards (ISO) and procedures related to safety/environmental
• Maintains the highest ethical standards, even when challenged from above
• Understands and lives by Armtec's ethics and business conduct policies

Qualifications

• Must possess technical skills, interpersonal skills such as good communication and writing skills
• Must be a team player, who can work independently and support all product requirements
• Must have a clear understanding of safety rules and regulations
• Must be respirator certified, training will be provided but must PASS a pulmonary test

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in the pyrotechnic and/or flare countermeasures field (related fields will be considered). A combination of higher education (associates degree, vocational degree, etc.) and work experience equaling the equivalent experience may substitute
• Must understand basic math, science, and engineering principles
• Must have general computer skills (MS Windows, Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.)
• Must communicate effectively in both oral and written form

Work Hours

4/10 workweek