Torpedo Technician II (Night Shift)

Barber-Nichols Inc.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 38,572 - 45,460; Full time

Job summary

Barber-Nichols Inc. is seeking a Torpedo Technician II in Denver, Colorado. This role involves assembly, testing, and troubleshooting alternators and regulators for the MK48 torpedo. Candidates must have at least three years of electro-mechanical experience, ensuring all assembly meets quality standards.

Additionally, responsibilities include circuit checkout, component testing, and collaborating with production to improve processes. The role offers competitive pay ranging from $28 to $33 per hour, with benefits including overtime pay during night shifts.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of electro-mechanical technical experience in relevant environments.
• Completion of a two-year technical degree in engineering or related field is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Ensure assembly and tests of products meet specifications and quality requirements.
• Collaborate with departments for effective information transfer.
• Ensure employee safety and product quality throughout processes.
• Continuously improve procedures to ensure zero defects.

Skills

Electro-mechanical technical experience

High/low voltage knowledge

PLC's understanding

HVAC experience

Hydraulics knowledge

Pneumatics exposure

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two-year technical degree in engineering technology or related field

Job description

About Barber-Nichols:

Barber-Nichols (BN) is a premier provider of custom turbomachinery solutions serving the Defense, Aerospace, Cryogenics, and Energy industries. Our team consists of industry leaders who collaborate closely with equally accomplished customers to deliver technologies that advance their markets and establish enduring partnerships. At BN, we foster a results-driven environment that values professional growth, rewards achievement, and supports innovation. From designing the blower for NASA’s Dragonfly mission to Saturn’s moon Titan to engineering critical components for the U.S. Navy’s MK-48 program, BN’s portfolio spans some of the most exciting and impactful projects in the world. For those seeking to contribute to impactful projects alongside a highly skilled team, BN offers an exceptional place to build your career.

Position Summary:

The Torpedo Technician II is responsible for the assembly, test, and troubleshooting on the alternator and regulator for the MK48 heavyweight torpedo. The technician will be an integral part of the production team aiding in component checkout/test, product assembly, and full acceptance test of each unit prior to them being installed into a torpedo. Responsibilities will include circuit checkout, shaft balance, tight tolerance assembly and environmental testing such as thermal cycling, vibration testing, and external pressure testing.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure assembly and tests of a product are per specification and meet all quality requirements.
• Collaborate with all departments to ensure that information and data transfers effectively to meet customer needs and organizational objectives.
• Ensure safety of the employees and quality of the products throughout all processes.
• Continuously improve procedures, processes and methods to ensure quality with zero defects and excursions.

Requirements

To qualify for this position, an individual must possess the knowledge, training, experience and abilities required as follows:

Education and Training:

• High school diploma or equivalent education certification.

Experience:

• Minimum three years of electro-mechanical technical experience in a manufacturing, engineering, or research and development environment.
• Facilities and equipment maintenance exposure.

Additional Requirements:

• Overtime may be required.
• Travel on rare occasions up to 5% of working time.

Desired Job Qualification:

• Completion of a two-year technical degree from an accredited school in engineering technology, electronics, or similar field is desired.
• Experience in high/low voltage, electronics, plumbing, PLC’s, HVAC, instrumentation, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Facilities and equipment maintenance exposure.

ITAR Requirements:

To conform to U.S. Government commercial space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), applicants for employment at Barber-Nichols must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawfully admitted for permanent residence into the U.S. (i.e., current green card holder), or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. § 1157-1158. Security clearance is not required for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Barber-Nichols is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by law.

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly range for this role is $28/hr. - $33/hr. This position pays a 15% differential rate over base and any time over 40 hours is paid at time and a half when employee moves to night shift. This range represent the anticipated minimum and maximum base + bonus for this position based upon a good faith and reasonable estimate. The final compensation for this position will be set based on the applicant’s qualifications (education, training and/or experience related to this role), and therefore, may fall outside the range shown, depending on the circumstances.

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