Engineering Technician
Links Technology Solutions, Inc.
Vandalia, OH
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JOB DETAILS
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LOCATION
Vandalia, OH
POSTED
30+ days ago
Location: Vandalia, OH
Duration: 12-Month Contract
Pay Rate: $43.00/hr
Role Overview
Are you looking for a challenging opportunity that leverages your advanced technical expertise? Our client is seeking an Engineering Technician III to join their team in Vandalia. This role is a critical part of a direct-funded effort, responsible for complex technical tasks including the construction, troubleshooting, calibration, and maintenance of sophisticated electronic, mechanical, and optical systems.
As a senior technician, you will lead project teams and provide the technical expertise necessary to ensure operational excellence across various research and development projects.
Key Responsibilities
- System Assembly: Lead the assembly and construction of complex electronic, mechanical, and optical systems.
- Troubleshooting & Repair: Perform and oversee advanced troubleshooting and repairs on high-level equipment.
- Calibration & Testing: Conduct precise calibration and testing of devices; analyze and interpret results to provide detailed reports and recommendations.
- R&D Collaboration: Partner with engineers on research and development projects to refine designs and systems.
- Safety & Compliance: Develop and implement safety protocols and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Instrumentation: Work with aircraft test instrumentation, including the installation and monitoring of strain gauges and accelerometers.
- Education: Associates degree in a related technical field. (In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 5 years of related experience is required).
- Experience: 3+ years of experience as a technician working with complex systems.
- Technical Literacy: Ability to read and interpret mechanical/electrical drawings, diagrams, schematics, and technical manuals.
- Tool Proficiency: Hands-on experience with standard laboratory test equipment, measurement tools, and both hand and power tools.
- Troubleshooting: Advanced proficiency in maintaining and repairing complex integrated systems.
- Industry Knowledge: Previous experience or certifications within the Aerospace and Defense industry.
- Design Tools: Experience with AutoCAD or other 3-D CAD software.
- Protocols: Basic understanding of communication protocols such as 1553, ARINC 429, CAN Bus, and Ethernet.
- Leadership: Proven experience leading technical teams in a manufacturing or R&D environment.
- Ability to lift up to 30 lbs regularly.
- Ability to remain on your feet for the majority of the work shift.
- High level of dexterity for handling and assembling small, delicate components.
- Occasional exposure to hazardous conditions and loud environments.
- Willingness to travel as required.
This position is part of a 12-month contract offering a competitive hourly rate and the chance to work on cutting-edge aerospace technology.
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