Senior Mechanical Technician - Field Test & UAV Systems

Find a- Textron; Cockeysville (MD); On-site; USD 53,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Schedules

Education Assistance

Career Development & Training Opportun

Wellness Program (including Fitness Re

Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with

Job summary

Textron Systems in Hunt Valley, MD, is seeking a Sr Mechanical Engineering Technician to support design, integration and maintenance of land robotic and unmanned vehicle systems for military and commercial programs. Travel up to 25% and field testing are part of the role, with lab work and assembly of components from drawings.

You will work with engineers, operate test equipment, interpret drawings, and maintain records.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree preferred or related technical training and 2 or more years of experience
• Basic knowledge of procedures and technical theory in assigned product areas.
• General mechanical aptitude
• Knowledge of hydraulic systems and theory
• Able to organize and set up test with minimal guidance
• Willing to travel up to 25% with international travel possible
• Basic computer skills such as word processing, spreadsheets, database & technical drawing packages
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Metal fabrication skills is a plus
• Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET level security clearance
• Must be a team player and able to work with minimum supervision
• Ability to operate heavy machinery like forklifts and overhead cranes
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
• Ability to work extended hours to meet program goals
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasking
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions
• Ability to work on naval vessels
• Ability to work in tight quarters and confined spaces
• Working knowledge of military specifications is a plus

Responsibilities

• Maintain and operate land robotic systems and support equipment
• Maintain unmanned air vehicles and propulsion systems
• Troubleshoot small and large engines and general powertrain systems
• Work with hydraulic based components
• Assist engineers and designers with prototype development and testing
• Support offsite testing and demonstrations
• Actively perform lab maintenance, safety audits, and material tracking
• Use small and large hand and power tools
• Identify and document work order instruction or drawing errors
• Maintain logbooks and records.
• Strong ability to interpret drawings and schematics
• This position does not directly provide leadership or supervision to other employees.

Skills

General mechanical aptitude

Willing to travel up to 25%

SECRET clearance

Team player

Lift 50 pounds

Operate heavy machinery

Multitask

Extreme weather

Education

Associate’s degree or technical training

2+ years experience

Tools

Hand and power tools

Test equipment

Hydraulic systems knowledge

Job description

Textron Systems in Hunt Valley, MD, is seeking a Sr Mechanical Engineering Technician to support design, integration and maintenance of land robotic and unmanned vehicle systems for military and commercial programs. Travel up to 25% and field testing are part of the role, with lab work and assembly of components from drawings.

You will work with engineers, operate test equipment, interpret drawings, and maintain records.