Technician/Co-op - ERC

ERC, Inc; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing education assistance

401K with employer matching

Paid time off (PTO)

Federal holiday schedule

Job summary

ERC, Inc in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Technician co-op to support various programs for the U.S. Department of Defense. In this role, you will work alongside a team of technicians while gaining critical insights into engineering techniques and responsibilities.

If you have a high school diploma and are currently enrolled in a relevant Associate’s degree program, this is a great opportunity to kick-start your career in Engineering. The position offers valuable training, education assistance, and 401K matching.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Currently enrolled in an Associate's degree program in a technical field.
• Ability to obtain a Secret government security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Train to operate as part of a team of technicians.
• Apply educational skills on various projects.
• Communicate effectively with engineers and supervisors.

Skills

Technical aptitude

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Currently enrolled in an Associate’s degree program (Technical)

Job description

For more than 30 years, ERC has been delivering the advantage needed to solve our customers’ and the nation’s toughest challenges. ERC is a trusted partner to the Defense and Space communities. We provide the advanced engineering, innovative technology, and subject-matter expertise to deliver the mission results our customers need to keep the nation safe and secure. Our unique solutions enhance readiness, optimize performance, and help ensure success in the air, on the ground and in space.

An essential part of our success is our corporate culture built on respect, empowerment, and collaboration. Our culture elevates our people, ensuring they provide best-in-class service and solutions to our customers. We always strive to do the right thing. We believe that our people are our best asset and human connection is our greatest strength.

Our ~2,000 employees work on the most critical missions in the U.S. Army, U.S. Air Force (USAF), NASA, and Missile Defense Agency (MDA). We provide support for Test and Evaluation (T&E), Modeling & Simulation, Agile Software Development, Systems Engineering, and more. Our teams’ current projects range from engineering and logistics support for vital space hardware to platform and weapons modeling, simulation, and engineering.

In your role as a Technician co‑op you will train to operate as a member of a team of technicians supporting a variety of Department of Defense weapon systems programs as part of the Redstone Test Center’s Environmental and Component Test Directorate in their mission to provide the highest quality systems to this country’s warfighters. You will gain knowledge, training, certifications, and valuable insight necessary to pursue the Engineering Technician field as a career path.

Location: RWESS - Redstone Arsenal - Huntsville, AL 35808 US (Primary)

What you’ll do all day:

• Work and learn techniques required to operate as part of a team of technicians and engineers.
• Apply the skills and knowledge you have gained through education to be used on various projects.
• Function under safety guidelines, checklist work procedures, and standard operating procedures as required.
• Learn to effectively communicate with engineers, technicians, and supervisors on a regular basis.
• You will learn duties and responsibilities specific to that location and functional role.

You will love this job if you:

• Are a self-starter and require little oversight to complete given tasks
• Enjoy a fast-paced work environment
• Love working with diverse groups of individuals, including engineers and technicians
• Are good at communicating with people
• Have a positive attitude
• Are seeking a pathway to a full‑time Engineering Technician as a career.

Minimum requirements for this position:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Currently enrolled in an Associate’s degree program (Technical) from an approved school participating in the program.
• Ability to continue education while working part‑time on‑site at Redstone Arsenal, Huntsville, AL.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret government security clearance.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must pass a pre‑employment drug screening.

Desired skills and experience for this position:

• Applicable technical aptitude including mechanical, electrical, or maintenance acquired through education and/or past work experience is a plus.

What we offer:

• Continuing education assistance.
• 401K with employer matching.
• Paid time off (PTO) along with federally recognized holiday schedule.