Engineering Technician II — R&D & Test Support

General Dynamics - Ordnance and Tactical Systems (AR,ME,NE,OH,VT); Saco (ME); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics - Ordnance and Tactical Systems in Maine seeks an Engineering Technician II to perform engineering work in production, maintenance or related environments. The role supports engineers, sets up equipment, and monitors tests and experiments while collecting data for reports.

The ideal candidate has vocational/technical training and 1–2 years of relevant experience; a technical degree such as Associate's is preferred, with proficiency in CAE/Drafting tools.

Qualifications

• Vocational/Technical Training Degree and 1-2 years' experience OR equivalent combination of relevant education & experience.
• Preferred: Associate's Degree in a technical field.
• Knowledge, skills & abilities include CAE software use and design expertise.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers and scientists as they create, modify, and test products and processes.
• Supports with technical tasks and project support.
• Sets up equipment and monitors tests and experiments.
• Inspects products and processes for flaws and identifies areas of improvement.
• Observes results, collects data, and compiles summaries and reports.
• Performs extensive research and development during the creation phase of product.
• Utilizes computer-aided design and drafting equipment during design phase.

Skills

Technical expertise

Ability to follow directions

Design expertise

Mathematical skills

Engineering support

Education

Vocational/Technical Training Degree

Associate's Degree

Tools

CAE software

Job description

General Dynamics - Ordnance and Tactical Systems in Maine seeks an Engineering Technician II to perform engineering work in production, maintenance or related environments. The role supports engineers, sets up equipment, and monitors tests and experiments while collecting data for reports.

The ideal candidate has vocational/technical training and 1–2 years of relevant experience; a technical degree such as Associate's is preferred, with proficiency in CAE/Drafting tools.