Chipton-Ross - Engineering Lab Technician

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: 213806 - Engineering Lab Technician
Industry: MAN
Region: PA-Pennsylvania
City: King of Prussia
State: PA
Rate: Up to $30.00 DOE
Duration: 11 Months
Description: Chipton-Ross is seeking an Engineering Lab Technician for an onsite contract opening in King of Prussia, PA.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
A person will excel in this role if he/she has interest in electronics, performing hands-on work, and is willing to be a versatile team member in a small group laboratory environment.
Position also does not need a clearance to start however may need to obtain while on contract so must be eligible to obtain a clearance.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
Performs a variety of duties in the electronic mechanical electromechanical or optical areas. Constructs troubleshoots calibrates adjusts tests and maintains equipment components devices or systems. Works from engineering drawings and written or verbal instructions. Operates related equipment; conducts tests and reports data in prescribed format. Performs calibration and alignment checks; makes adjustments modifications and replacements as directed; prepares prescribed compounds and solutions

The hired person will join the 9 person Specialty Laboratory group focused on testing electronic parts and materials used in satellite and missile systems. The need to be trained on the lab operations is understood and expected.

This is a hands-on lab position with the primary responsibility being to learn and operate the flash x-ray system in conjunction with a more experienced engineer as part of a two-person team testing the effects of prompt dose radiation on electronics. The operator needs to position parts being tested in the test set up zone per instructions, then perform a firing sequence sitting at the system operation console while communicating with another engineer collecting data on how the part performs during the radiation exposure. The hired person will need to be trained and comply with all safety and security procedures. The other main task will be to hand solder components to printed circuit boards (PCB/PWB) used in the testing.

Additional responsibilities may include basic system maintenance, performing standard electrical tests on components such as diodes and transistors, and possibly some equipment scheduling tasks.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
Hands on soldering experience - preferred
Electrical testing using power supplies, oscilloscopes, voltmeters and similar equipment - Preferred

REQUIRED EDUCATION:
Accredited High School Diploma or GED

WORK HOURS:
Full-Time 5/40 - 2nd Shift

ADDITIONAL:
Applicants responding to this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements by currently possessing the ability to view classified government information.
: Employment will be contingent on clearing a drug screen and background check. Both must clear prior to start date.
Contact: Dylan Manning
dmanning@chiptonross.com
CHIPTON-ROSS, INC.
420 Culver Boulevard
Playa Del Rey, CA 90293

Phone: (310) 414-7800 x223 or (800) 927-9318 x223

Candidates responding to this posting must currently possess the eligibility to work in the United States. No third parties please.

Employment will be contingent on candidate clearing pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Chipton-Ross provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State or local law. This policy governs all areas of employment at Chipton-Ross, including recruiting, hiring, training, assignment, promotions, compensation, benefits, discipline, and terminations.