Prototype Integration Technician: Build, Test & Install

General Atomics and Affiliated Companies; California (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. in Poway, CA, seeks an Engineering Technician to join the Prototype Integration team. You will build, test, and integrate cable assemblies, modify and assemble experimental equipment, and install applied instrumentation on prototype systems.

Candidates should have an associate’s degree or equivalent with at least two years of related experience, be comfortable using hand tools, and be prepared to travel 15–25% and pursue DoD security clearance.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent with 2+ years relevant experience.
• Ability to work with common hand tools and lab equipment.
• Capable of performing complex assignments with minimal direction.
• Willingness to travel 15–25% and obtain DoD clearance.

Responsibilities

• Build, test, and integrate cable assemblies.
• Modify, fabricate, assemble, install, repair and maintain lab equipment.
• Install and test instrumentation.
• Set up and conduct semi-routine experiments and tests.
• Record and summarize data.
• Observe safety procedures and housekeeping.

Skills

Hand tools

Lab equipment operation

Data recording

Testing & setup

Safety compliance

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

Tools

Cable fabrication tools

Test equipment

Job description

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. in Poway, CA, seeks an Engineering Technician to join the Prototype Integration team. You will build, test, and integrate cable assemblies, modify and assemble experimental equipment, and install applied instrumentation on prototype systems.

Candidates should have an associate’s degree or equivalent with at least two years of related experience, be comfortable using hand tools, and be prepared to travel 15–25% and pursue DoD security clearance.