Job Descriptions:

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

The selected candidate will work with military-grade turbine engines, components, and other propulsion subsystems and structures used for development and manufacturing of tactical cruise missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles. This position will work under the supervision of the Shop Lead. The technician is expected to perform all assembly and testing tasks via strict adherence to industry standards and company guidelines and procedures. The Shop Technician is responsible for support to the entire life cycle of the engine and propulsion systems from assembly and documentation, factory acceptance and performance testing, to preparing engines for shipping and delivery.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Performs assembly, teardown, inspection, rebuild, and maintenance on engines and components in the engine build shop

• Support planning and execution of performance and production testing of engines and air vehicle subsystems while adhering to industry standards

• Use common mechanic's hand tools for assembly, cutting, and drilling. Uses precision instruments, meters, gauges, and electronic test equipment for measurement and troubleshooting

• Document all work accomplished in a clear, concise, legible and accurate manner

• Responsible for knowing, understanding, following, promoting, and making recommendations for procedures and work instructions

• May be required to work overtime and night shift if needed to support engine production or high priority projects

• Other job duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

None

Required Experience:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the assigned duties

• Maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by company and government requirements

• Communicate and interact effectively with peers, supervisors, and public, including maintaining respect for others, and following company policies

• Ability to read, understand, and follow instructions

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

• Ability to maintain knowledge, skills, and abilities as it pertains to your job

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

High School diploma or equivalent and 0 to 4 years of relevant experience working in a test cell or engine build shop

A & P Certification desired, but not required

Demonstrated technical proficiency in measurement, math, mechanical, and electrical principles Experience with Microsoft Office applications

Expertise with hazardous materials such as fuels, oils, greases, and hydraulic fluids Ability to troubleshoot basic mechanical and electrical issues with engines Proficient with system interface diagrams, schematics, and 2D drawings with GD&T

Experience with manufacturing (CNC programming, welding, casting/forming) strongly preferred

WORK ENVIROMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Shop floor environment / workbench or workstation

• Ability to stand, sit for long periods of time as well as bend, twist, reach, and climb ladders

• Ability to perform repetitive motion (rotating wrist, using hand tools/equipment)

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: 5% to 10% to support manufacturing operations

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THE ABOVE STATEMENTS ARE INTENDED TO DESCRIBE THE GENERAL NATURE AND LEVEL OF WORK BEING PERFORMED BY INDIVIDUALS ASSIGNED TO THIS CLASSIFICATION. THEY ARE NOT INTENDED TO BE CONSTRUED AS AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES AND SKILLS REQUIRED OF PERSONNEL SO CLASSIFIED.

A REVIEW OF THIS CLASSIFICATION HAS EXCLUDED THE MARGINAL FUNCTIONS OF THE CLASSIFICATION THAT ARE INCIDENTAL TO THE PERFORMANCE OF FUNDAMENTAL JOB JUTIES. ALL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ARE ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND REQUIREMENTS AND ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES TO PERFORM THIS JOB PROFICIENTLY. THE REQUIREMENTS LISTED IN THIS DOCUMENT ARE THE MINIMUM LEVELS OF KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS OR ABILITIES.

Keyword: turbomachinery, engine components, propulsion systems, engineering, performance testing, gas turbine engine

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