Engineering Technician

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc.; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. in Birmingham, Alabama, is seeking an entry-level engineering technician who will work with a more experienced technician to learn routine tasks and procedures.

You will perform standardized tests, record and analyze results, and report findings under supervision, with opportunities to participate in systems integration and post-test tear-down. This role emphasizes attention to detail, punctuality, and disciplined planning, with eligibility to obtain

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen with ability to obtain and maintain Secret Security Clearance.
• Entry-level technician with basic electronics understanding.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine tests, analyze data and document results.
• Assist with systems integration, fabrication and modification tasks.
• Support pre-test setup, integration, checkout, and post-test tear-down.
• Work under direct supervision but follow established procedures to accomplish tasks.
• Compute and report findings to supervisor.
• Perform other duties as may be required by supervisor.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Attendance / Punctuality

Planning and Organization

Education

HS plus 2 years of experience in electronics, hydraulics or applicable military experience

Job description

This position is an entry level position who will work with a more experienced engineering technician until he/she is proficient in all routine tasks. This technician is responsible for performing varied but standardized tests and procedures using scientific techniques and methods; recording, analyzing, and reporting results; and working under oversight of the supervisor or a more experienced technician.Work may be checked in progress and technical accuracy is reviewed on completion.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Apply basic skills in procedures, techniques, tools, materials and/or equipment appropriate to area of specialization.
• Conduct routine tests, analyze the data and document results.
• Participate in systems integration, fabrication and modification tasks.
• Provide support and assistance with systems pre-test setup, integration, checkout, and post- test tear-down.
• Work under direct supervision but may select from a variety of established procedures to accomplish tasks.
• Compute and combine data and report findings to supervisor.
• Perform other duties as may be required by supervisor.

Other Job Functions

• Apply basic skills in procedures, techniques, tools, materials and/or equipment appropriate to area of specialization.
• Conduct routine tests, analyze the data and document results.
• Participate in systems integration, fabrication and modification tasks.
• Provide support and assistance with systems pre-test setup, integration, checkout, and post- test tear-down.
• Work under direct supervision but may select from a variety of established procedures to accomplish tasks.
• Compute and combine data and report findings to supervisor.
• Perform other duties as may be required by supervisor.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Experience and Skills

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Attention to Detail -Ensures details of assigned tasks are followed.
• Attendance / Punctuality -Is consistently at work and on time.
• Planning and Organization -Systematically identifies issues to be addressed and plans a course of action for self to ensure the accomplishment of specific objectives.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Minimum Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen with ability to obtain and maintain Secret Security Clearance
• HS plus 2 years of experience in electronics, hydraulics and/or applicable military experience