Description

We are looking for a candidate who coordinates standard calibration processes on a variety of aerospace navigation equipment and records and analyzes results. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals and can perform a variety of tasks. Works under direct supervision. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. Typically reports to a supervisor. 

This Lead Engineering Technician position is within the Space Inertial Navigation Test group. The Technician will be responsible for performing hands-on diverse technical tasks related to the calibration of Inertial Guidance and Navigation test equipment. Technician will be capable of providing work direction and technical training and guidance to other technicians as needed. 

Work with technicians and engineers to resolve calibration and test setup and execution issues. Job requires physical exertion and extended standing, walking, sitting times while retaining focus on tasks at hand. Must keep detailed logs, follow detailed calibration procedures without error and provide daily status to program personnel (both verbal and written documentation). Execute 5S, Safety, equipment/lab maintenance and other tasks on a daily basis; demonstrate commitment to continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Requires 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area
• Associates Degree, Technical School Diploma, or two year’s college coursework in Electronics or related discipline
• Two or more years electronics systems test experience or related field.
• Requires knowledge of industry specific tests and testing equipment