Laboratory Technician II

The Laboratory Technician II is a technically and mechanically-skilled individual capable of modifying and building prototype product test units and performing airflow motor heat rise sound and other product safety tests. Responsibilities also include conducting calorimetric and psychrometric tests on prototype and production products according to industry standards. The technician also must be capable of physically moving lifting and manipulating product units in and out of test apparatuses and rooms.

This position will serve ourUS Air Division located inFort Smith AR.

• Use blueprints and drawings to design sheet metal components and general assemblies.
• Apply standards-based methods for testing to evaluate assigned problems.
• Apply the basics of testing measurements and computations including temperatures (dry bulb wet bulb dew point relative humidity) and pressure incorporating temperature relationships to test setup and execution.
• Setup adjust and change test samples and setups for testing and perform the required testing in accordance with engineering specifications or defined test practices.
• Collect analyze interpret summarize and document data and information gathered during testing.
• Operate maintain and repair test equipment instrumentation and systems in accordance with engineering specifications or defined test practices.
• Use of hand tool including welding and brazing tools.
• Manage electronic communications and assigned tasks and task documentation.
• Demonstrate an understanding of how to manage electronic communications and test and project documentation
• Write reports covering test conditions procedures results conclusions and recommendations.
• Complete assigned tasks and participate in R&D design development teams according to defined requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent

• 3 years experience in product development laboratory testing

• Demonstrate understanding of the following concepts:

  • Sheet metal and assembly design and design fabrication

  • Test standards and materials properties

  • Test performance and documentation

• Ability to understand equipment assembly basic electrical wiring and basic system maintenance and repair.

• Experience with driving and operating a lift truck preferred ability to obtain a Forklift license within six months of hire if needed.

• Excellent communication skills written and verbal with attention to detail and accuracy.

• Proficient computer skills and in-depth knowledge of relevant software such as MS Office Suite.

• Demonstrated ability to work well with others is a matrix team environment.

• Must be able to safely climb bend or otherwise move while potentially carrying heavy equipment or parts up to 50 pounds occasionally.

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