Mechanical Engineering Technician

Performs non-routine assignments of substantial variety and complexity, using operational precedents that are not fully applicable, such assignments that are typically parts of broader assignments, are screened to eliminate unusual design problems. This incumbent may plan such assignments. This technician receives technical advice from supervisor or engineer. Work is reviewed for technical adequacy (or conformity with instructions). This position may be assisted by lower-level technicians, and have frequent contact with
professionals and others within the establishment, and performs one or a combination of such typical duties as:
a. Developing or reviewing or trouble shooting designs or systems by extracting and analyzing a variety of engineering data, applying conventional engineering
practices to develop, prepare, or recommend schematics, designs, specifications, electrical drawings and parts lists. (Examples of designs include detailed circuit
diagrams; hardware fittings or test equipment involving a variety of mechanisms; conventional piping systems; and building site layouts). b. Conducting tests or experiments requiring selection and adaptation or modification of a wide variety of critical test equipment and test procedures, preparing and operating equipment, recording data, measuring and recording problems of significant complexity that sometimes require resolution at a higher level, and analyzes data and prepares test reports.
c. Applying methods outlined by others to limited segments of research and development projects, constructing experimental or prototype models to meet engineering requirements; conducts tests or experiments and redesigns as necessary and recording and evaluating data and reports findings.

This position is located at the Fleet Readiness Center in Cherry Point, North Carolina. The position will support the Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Fleet Support Team.

Composite material knowledge is needed.