Lead Test Engineering Technician

Eaton; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 56,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton’s IS AER FMC division in Grand Rapids seeks a Lead Test Engineering Technician to design, build, troubleshoot, and support electro-mechanical actuation test systems for development and production testing.

The role involves hands-on assembly, wiring, and instrumenting boards, actuators, and hardware, plus developing test setups and executing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and environmental tests per DO-160 and MIL-STD-810.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in an engineering related field from an accredited institution.
• 5+ years experience in a technical role.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, modify, troubleshoot, repair, and support advanced test systems for development, qualification, environmental, and production testing of electro-mechanical actuation products.
• Create, wire, solder, assemble, instrument, and troubleshoot circuit boards, actuators, motor controllers, test panels, and related hardware.
• Develop test setups and execute mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and environmental testing per approved plans and standards (DO-160, MIL-STD-810).
• Use laboratory instrumentation including oscilloscopes, multimeters, function generators, power supplies, data acquisition systems, pressure transducers, flow meters, load cells, torque transducers, encoders, and related test equipment.
• Maintain and improve the engineering lab, test equipment, tooling, and TPM programs for safe, reliable operation.
• Provide technical leadership, training, and direction to technicians and support personnel for safe operations and successful test execution.
• Coordinate external contractors for lab, facility, equipment, and infrastructure projects.
• Maintain accurate test records, reports, and lab data.
• Comply with Eaton’s safety expectations.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Problem solving

Education

Associate degree in engineering field

Tools

Soldering

Test equipment knowledge

MS Office

Job description

Eaton’s IS AER FMC division is currently seeking a Lead Test Engineering Technician. Producing electro-mechanical actuation components since 1963, our Grand Rapids facility has just under 200 employees. It's a leading supplier of secondary flight control systems and components for commercial and business aircraft OEMs.

This role does require travel, typically requiring 1-2 day trips, but up to a full week at a time, at least 2 times per year. Travel would consist of 10% of the role throughout the year.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $56000 - $83000 a year.

Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

What You’ll Do

• Design, build, modify, troubleshoot, repair, and support advanced test systems used for development, qualification, environmental, and production testing of electro-mechanical actuation products.
• Create, wire, solder, assemble, instrument, and troubleshoot circuit boards, actuators, motor controllers, test panels, and related hardware.
• Develop test setups and execute mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and environmental testing in accordance with approved test plans, procedures, specifications, and applicable standards, including DO-160 and MIL-STD-810.
• Utilize laboratory instrumentation and measurement equipment including oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, function generators, power supplies, data acquisition systems, pressure transducers, flow meters, load cells, torque transducers, encoders, and related test equipment.
• Maintain and continuously improve the engineering laboratory, test equipment, tooling, infrastructure, and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) programs to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation.
• Provide technical leadership, training, and direction to technicians and support personnel to ensure safe operations, effective troubleshooting, and successful test execution.
• Manage and coordinate external contractors supporting laboratory, facility, equipment, and infrastructure projects.
• Maintain accurate test records, reports, documentation, and laboratory data.
• Comply with Eaton’s high expectations for a safe work environment.
• This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Qualifications

Required (Basic) Qualifications

• Associates degree in an engineering related field from an accredited institution
• 5+ years experience in a technical role

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic aptitude demonstrated through hands on work experience.
• Soldering capabilities
• Experience executing test plans and procedures.
• Electronics repair and troubleshooting preferred.
• Familiarity with laboratory test equipment and measurement devices
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, electrical schematics, hydraulic schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical specifications.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams.

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly communicate technical information
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain accurate documentation, manage test records, and coordinate multiple activities simultaneously
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and results-driven with a strong focus on execution and customer support
• Strong problem-solving mindset with the ability to identify issues, analyze root causes, and implement effective corrective actions

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Benefits

• Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work.
• Click here for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview.
• Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.