Laboratory Technician I

The Laboratory Technician I performs testing of basic components and systems in accordance with engineering specifications procedures and acceptable industry standards in support of senior technicians.

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 empirical testing to evaluate assigned problems.
• Apply the basics of air flow 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.
• Demonstrate an understanding of how to operate computer systems for data acquisition recording test results project status reporting and to manage test documentation records and reports.
• Manage electronic communications and assigned tasks and task documentation.
• Demonstrate an understanding of how to manage electronic communications and test and project documentation
• Provide regular verbal and written reports summarizing project results and conclusions to project leaders.
• 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

• 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.

HOW TO STAND OUT:

• Associate Degree Voc-tech Degree or equivalent experience.

• Bachelors Degree in mechanical engineering Electrical Engineering or related field

• Experience in job industry specific products service and installation preferred.

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