Senior Tech

The Charles Stark Draper Laboratory, Inc.; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 51,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

The Charles Stark Draper Laboratory, Inc. in St. Petersburg, FL is seeking a Senior Technician to perform skilled assembly and support engineers in developing prototype units.

You will assemble, test, and document components under supervision, while maintaining strict adherence to process instructions. Requirements include an Associates degree in engineering or science (Bachelor’s preferred) or equivalent technical schooling with experience.

Qualifications

• A minimum Associates Degree in engineering or science; Bachelor's degree strongly preferred.
• Alternate: two years of technical schooling with relevant experience may satisfy education, or military technical school experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs skilled assembly work; build, assemble, modify and/or repair prototypes.
• Provides support to engineers on technical projects; collect, maintain, organize, compile, and manipulate technical data per guidelines.
• Prepares engineering documentation, reports, and drawings (sketches/flow charts/diagrams/schematics).
• Performs mathematical calculations per engineering specifications.
• Recommend alternative solutions to problems and obstacles.
• May set up and conduct tests and record data to assist with engineering analysis.
• With adequate training, may operate, clean, maintain, and/or calibrate assembly equipment.
• Documents work consistent with work unit policy in handwritten form or using computer-based software.
• May mentor or train more junior technicians.
• May perform other duties as assigned specific to a particular engineering area.

Skills

Clean room practices

Small scale production

Education

Associates degree in engineering or science

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Two years technical schooling

Military technical school experience

Tools

MS Windows

MS Word

MS Excel

Outlook

Job description

Overview: Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.

Job Description Summary: The Senior Technicians are responsible for completing various assembly processes according to a detailed set of process instructions. Assisting engineers in applying engineering technology to develop and test product assemblies or components. Devises, fabricates, and assembles new or modified mechanical components or assemblies with supervision. Sets up and tests complete prototype units and sub-assemblies under operational conditions. Strict adherence to process instructions and documentation requirements is expected. Works closely with a team of engineers and skilled operators. Works under the limited supervision of senior technical personnel.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Performs skilled assembly work; build, assemble, modify and/or repair prototypes.
• Provides support to engineers on technical projects and/or product; collect, maintain, organize, compile, and manipulate technical data per guidelines.
• Prepares engineering documentation, reports, and drawings (sketches/flow charts/diagrams/schematics, etc.).
• Performs mathematical calculations per engineering specifications.
• Recommend alternative solutions to problems and obstacles.
• May set up and conduct tests and record data to assist with engineering analysis.
• With adequate training, may operate, clean, maintain, and/or calibrate assembly equipment requiring highly skilled and specialized knowledge.
• Documents work consistent with work unit policy in handwritten form or using common computer-based software.
• May mentor or train more junior technicians.
• May perform other duties as assigned specific to a particular engineering area.

Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of clean room practices and protocols.
• Knowledge of small scale production environment.
• Proficiency with MS Windows, MS Word, MS Excel, Outlook.

Education

A minimum Associates Degree in engineering or science program, A Bachelor's Degree is strongly preferred. In lieu of required college degree, a minimum of two years of technical schooling may be satisfied through one of the following. High school diploma or its equivalents, plus two years of technical schooling related to engineering or science OR Completion of Military Technical School Experience. When education requirement is met, requires a minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience. When education requirements are not met, requires a minimum of 10 years' of relevant experience.

Additional Job Description

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

Job Location

City: St. Petersburg

State: Florida

Postal Code: 33716

Salary

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $45.16 - $45.16. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Union ranges will be in compliance with the collective bargaining agreement's approved rates by location and role. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and does not include bonuses or benefits.

Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities.

Equal Opportunity & Diversity Statement

Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact [e-mail].

We are in the business of redefining what is possible. Join our inclusive, multidisciplinary team to engineer the groundbreaking solutions of tomorrow. Explore life at Draper with our unique culture and benefits at draper.com.