Test Technician

General Atomics; Tupelo (MS); On-site; USD 41,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) in Tupelo, MS, seeks a Test Technician to assist with modification, fabrication, assembly, operation and maintenance of general lab and experimental equipment. You will set up semi-routine tests, record data, and ensure safe operation according to procedures.

The role requires handling high-pressure and high-voltage environments, with responsibilities spanning equipment setup, data collection, and adherence to regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 1+ year experience.
• Associate's degree in Applied Sciences: Electrical Technology highly desired.
• Must be able to work with common hand tools and operate laboratory equipment.
• Capability to perform complex assignments with little direction.
• Willingness to work with high pressure, high voltage, high energy, cryogens, or radioactive materials.
• Knowledge of computer operations and applications pertinent to the field.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Hand tools

Lab equipment operation

Computer operations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in Applied Sciences: Electrical Technology

Tools

Electrical lab equipment

Job description

Job Summary

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS’ expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide.

Job Summary

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS’ expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Test Technician to join our team in Tupelo!

The Test Technician performs and/or assists in modification, fabrication, assembly, operations, installation, repair and maintenance of general laboratory, experimental or commercial equipment. Assists in set up and conducts semi-routine experiments and tests. Records and summarizes data.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 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 high school diploma or equivalent with one or more years of experience.
• Associate's degree in Applied Sciences: Electrical Technology highly desired.
• 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.

Job Type: Full-Time Hourly

Salary range: 40,500 - 60,218