El Segundo, CA30+ days ago
Highlights of our lab's capabilities can be seen here: Virtual Tour What You'll Be Doing Design and build test fixtures, test setups, and test stands for experimental R&D environments Configure data acquisition hardware (measurement modules, PLCs, instrumentation) and program data collection / control sequences for experimental systems Install, calibrate, and configure sensors, transducers, thermocouples, and other measurement devices Prepare laboratory equipment / systems for experimental runs and support test operations in collaboration with scientists and engineers Build, install, and maintain pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical control systems, including valves, regulators, pumps, hazardous high-pressure gas, and cryogenic systems Perform routine maintenance on laboratory equipment and facilities, maintain organized lab spaces, and execute general facility upkeep tasks What You Need to be Successful Minimum Requirements Test Systems Specialist (Technical Specialist - Electromechanical III) include: High School Diploma or GED certificate is required Minimum of (3) years of professional experience in a hands-on technical, test, or operations environment is required Experience with test electronics and data acquisition systems, including sensor wiring, control/communication systems, and troubleshooting Ability to assemble and install pressurized fluid systems and mechanical components / test setups Experience supporting test operations and familiarity with laboratory safety protocols Ability to maintain laboratory equipment, facilities, and organized workspaces This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance How You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: Installation and operation of instrumentation: load cells, pressure transducers, thermocouples, accelerometers, strain gauges, flowmeters is preferred Flow system components: valves, pumps, regulators, piping/tubing NI LabVIEW, DAQ system development, and PLC programming Mechanical CAD design software High-hazard test facilities and laboratory environment maintenance Chemical laboratory safety, vacuum systems, compressed gases, and cryogenic systems We offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business.