Technician II

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. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

We have an exciting opportunity as an Engineering Technician within the Prototype Integration team at the ASI Division. This position is located in Poway, CA. The Prototype Integration team develops various aircraft peripherals and prototype systems such as RF sensors, information processing subsystems and podded payloads.

This position performs or assists in fabrication, modification, assembly, installation, operations, repair and maintenance of moderately complex assemblies, experimental and prototype equipment. Consults on the design of equipment or tests. Sets up and conducts moderately complex experiments and tests. Records and summarizes data.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Build, test, and integrate cable assemblies.
• Performs and/or assists in modification, fabrication, assembly, operations, installation, repair and maintenance of general laboratory, experimental or commercial equipment.
• Install and test applied instrumentation.
• Assists in set up and conducts semi-routine experiments and tests.
• Records and summarizes data.
• Fabricates, assembles, and installs simple laboratory and commercial equipment or experimental apparatus.
• Operates lab and experimental equipment; collects and summarizes data.
• Cleans, adjusts and replaces parts on lab and experimental equipment.
• Sets up and checks out semi-routine experiments and tests according to pre-arranged procedures; records experimental data.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
• Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
• Performs housekeeping and cleanup duties as required.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications

• Typically requires associate's degree or equivalent with 2 or more years of experience. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education. Training and/or experience in test or experimental operations normally acquired in the military or technical schools desirable.
• Must be able to work with common hand tools and operate laboratory equipment.
• Must have the capability to perform complex assignments with little or no direction.
• Ability and willingness to work on systems which have unusual conditions such as high pressure, high voltage, high energy, cryogens, or radioactive materials. Knowledge of computer operations and applications pertinent to the field required.
• Travel is required 15 to 25%.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance is required.