Engineering Technician

UICGS / Bowhead Family of Companies; Crane (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

UICGS / Bowhead Family of Companies is seeking an Engineering Technician at NSWC Crane, Indiana. This position involves performing complex engineering assignments, including components construction and handling of hazardous materials. Responsibilities include conducting tests, mentoring other technicians, and maintaining explosive certifications. Ideal candidates should possess an AAS degree and have over 10 years of relevant experience. The role also demands US citizenship and the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance.

Qualifications

• Ten (10)+ years of experience, or relevant experience in lieu of degree.
• Must maintain explosive certification.
• Ability to obtain a security clearance at the Secret level.

Responsibilities

• Constructing components for the IR/RF division.
• Conducting tests on machines and parts, recording test data.
• Handling containerized ordnance and performing assembly testing.

Skills

Engineering assignments

Injection mold machines

Soldering

Welding equipment

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

AAS Degree

Tools

Forklifts

Handling equipment

Job description

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (WXRP IR/RF 2026-25111)

Bowhead is seeking an Engineering Technician to support the Infrared Radio Frequency (IR/RF) Division at the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) in Crane, Indiana. The IR/RF Systems Technologies Division conducts research and development for pyrotechnic and countermeasure devices in support of the Navy, Air Force, Army and Joint Strike Fighter. The primary mission is to promote the self‑protection of aircraft, vessels and vehicles and includes, but is not limited to, Infrared Technology, lasers and electronic warfare research and development. The Engineering Technician will be responsible for performing complex engineering assignments in a research and development environment. The Engineering Technician will utilize various production equipment including, but not limited to, injection mold machines, metal lathes and must be experienced with soldering and welding equipment. The Engineering Technician will provide mentoring and leadership to lower level Engineering Technicians in addition to duties outlined briefly below.

Essential Duties

• Constructing components, subunits or models and adapting equipment to be used in support of the IR/RF division.
• Constructing and packaging devices according to specific layouts and diagrams provided.
• Conducting various tests on machines and parts as well as measuring, preparing, operating and recording test data.
• Assisting in design modification after failures and modifications are identified and addressed.
• Handling containerized ordnance and possible repacking of ordnance within those containers.
• Explosives handling support by transporting ordnance on station to production buildings, test ranges, and magazines.
• Assembly/Acceptance Testing/functional operations
• Electro-static Discharge (ESD)
• System specific training
• Additive manufacturing
• Handling of hazardous materials
• Forklifts and other handling equipment (hoists, cranes, etc.)
• CAT III NON-Cab Operated Crane
• MHE Certification
• AAS Degree and ten (10)+ years of experience. Experience may be substituted in lieu of education.
• Previous experience supporting NSWC Crane and/or the IR/RF Division
• Microsoft Office software suite Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts
• EXPLOSIVE CERTIFICATION REQUIRED: Must be able to maintain explosive certification.
• Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen and must follow UIC’s Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift up to 15 to 25 pounds
• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
• Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically

Security Clearance Requirements

Must be able to obtain a security clearance at the Secret level. Current Secret clearance holder are highly encouraged to apply. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.