Engineering Development Technician IV

Job Summary

Required Qualifications

• •High School diploma or GED equivalent and/or equivalent certificate from a technical school
• •12+ years of technical experience (emphasis in machining, composites, rapid prototyping environment and electronics)
• •Requires general proficiency with Microsoft Office Software and general computer skills
• •Demonstrated familiarity with aircraft and/or Remote Control (R/C) experience
• •Expert understanding of using machine shop tools and shows proficiency with these systems
• •Experience with building fixtures, tools and parts or electrical devices
• •In-depth understanding of build/assembly documentation development
• •Expert knowledge, including repair and test, in at least two areas: Fabrication, Composites, Mechanics, Electronics
• •In-depth knowledge of 3D modeling and programming software (such as SolidWorks/SURFCAM) desired
• •Maintain a high level of work practice and ensure all safety guidelines and policies are met
• •Requires local/domestic travel (both driving and flying) to test site locations and participating in development testing
• •Must have a valid Driver's license and clean driving record
• •Periods of development may require long irregular hours around deadlines, weekends and some holidays and in field test environments
• •U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder), per ITAR definition
• •Clearance Level Secret

Desired Qualifications

• •Higher education and Welding certifications are desired
• •Candidate may have the opportunity to receive FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot's license but not required
• •In-depth experience with 3D additive manufacturing technology desired
• •Experience working with composites, either wet layup or prepreg materials, is desired
• •Skills as a machinist and with GD&T desired
• •Demonstrates competency in interpreting instructions given by engineering team (verbal or written), asking for clarity where needed, and updating or generation of documentation, which could include drawings and procedures
• •Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
• •Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
• •Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
• •Has effective problem-solving, analytical, interpersonal and communication skills
• •Focuses on teamwork, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one's own interests
• •Requires manual dexterity and ability to effectively use machining tools, both manual and automated
• •Requires use of soldering iron to assist with electrical assembly
• •Ability to move and/or carry heavy equipment
• •Ability to meet California laws governing the acceptable use of a respirator
• •Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds as well as objects of varying sizes and shapes for setups and assemblies for various internal customers
• •Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and/or telephone keyboard
• •Ability to work in a manufacturing environment
• •Secret or Top Secret clearance, or the ability obtain a clearance is desired