Test Technician - 2nd Shift

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Job Description

The Test Services Team is hiring! We’re looking for a hands-on, mechanically minded Test Technician to support our Shock Team on 2nd Shift. If you love solving problems, thrive in fast-paced environments, and get energized by technology that matters, this role is for you.

This is a 2nd shift position located at our facility in Simsbury, CT.

Responsibilities

The Test Technician position supports environmental testing of development and production products.  Duties include:

• Test evaluation, set-up and performance
• Equipment preventive maintenance and calibration
• Test data reporting
• Equipment troubleshooting and repair

Primary responsibility will be evaluation, set-up and performance of Shock, Acceleration and Climatic testing.  Testing will be performed in accordance with written procedures, MIL-STDs, and industry specifications.  Test data will be generated to support customer requirements.  Occasional heavy lifting, working outdoors and overtime may be required. 

Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma (associate degree in mechanical or electrical engineering preferred).
• Candidates must be able to work independently and interface with individuals at multiple levels in the organization. 
• A Safety mindset with attention to detail, as well as Strong mechanical aptitude, problem-solving and communication skills are required. 
• Candidates must be able to interpret and execute test requirements provided in written specifications. 
• Experience working in an aerospace industry is preferred. 

Dynamic Testing

• SRS Shock
• Acceleration

Instrumentation

• Accelerometers
• Charge Amplifiers & Signal Conditioners
• Thermocouples
• Multimeter

Desired Skills:

• Microsoft Office Programs
• DAQ Software
• Reading and understanding test procedure
• Mechanical aptitude

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.