Position Summary:

The manufacturing engineering technician performs tests and experiments on standard product as well as engineering samples and R&D items. Also works with production test and manufacturing equipment to help optimize throughput, yield, and efficiency.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs tests and experiments on product for research and development programs.
• Performs engineering tasks which can involve the construction of product and production related items.
• Performs tests and experiments on product to help optimize production test and manufacturing equipment.
• Tests procedures and documentation for validity and assists in the writing and changing of documentation.
• Assists in tracking production down time and other issues involving production test equipment. Suggests methods for improvement including preventative maintenance schedules as well as other changes.
• All other assigned duties.

Supervises:

• None

Knowledge, skills, & Abilities:

• Knowledge about network analyzers, oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, spectrum analyzers, and scientific method a plus.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to use mechanical tools and equipment effectively.
• Familiarity with multiple software applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point is required.
• Good documentation skills and recording ability. Precise and ability to exactly follow instructions necessary.
• Good communication skills
• Organized and reliable
• Attention to details
• Good interpersonal and communication skills

Education, Experience, & Training:

• Associate degree in engineering with 5 or more years of experience in a manufacturing environment.

Physical Requirements & Working Environment:

• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
• Work in an office environment.
• Minimal lifting requirements.
• Must be able to work with ITAR data without licensing.

SPECIAL NOTE:The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of job duties and responsibilities required of the position.  Employees may be asked to perform other job-related duties or tasks that are not specifically identified in this job description.   Acceptance of employment based on this job description in part or whole does not create an employment contract implied or otherwise.