Experimental Test Instrumentation Technical Specialist II
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Savannah, GA - USA
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Job Summary
Experimental Test - Instrumentation Technical Specialist IIin GAC Savannah
Unique Skills:
Primary Responsibilities
- Plan develop and execute structural and materials test programs.
- Operate and troubleshootMTS load frame systems and supportMOOG-controlled hydraulic systems.
- Develop test procedures setups and reports.
- Conduct ASTM and other industry-standard tests for metallic and composite materials.
- Design and execute non-standard and experimental test methods.
- Analyze test data and provide technical recommendations.
- Support and mentor engineers and technicians in test execution and best practices.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical Aerospace Materials Engineering or related field.
- Significant experience with structural or materials testing.
- Hands-on experience operating and troubleshootingMTS load frame systems.
- MTS 793 Test Works Elite
- Experience with servo-hydraulic testing and closed-loop control systems.
- Working knowledge of material testing principles for metals and composite materials.
- Experience writing test plans procedures and reports.
- Strong technical problem-solving and communication skills.
- Knowledge of ASTM testing standards and material characterization methods.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience withMOOG hydraulic control systems.
- Experience with environmental systems
- Experience with tensile compression shear fatigue and durability testing.
- Familiarity with strain gages extensometers load cells and data acquisition systems.
- Calibration of systems including load cells LVDTs extensometers etc.
- Knowledge of Wheatstone bridges for designing transducers
- Selects appropriate methods techniques and evaluation criteria to resolve complex engineering issues .
- Is consulted extensively by associates and others as a recognized authority within the field .
- Anticipates and resolves complex issues in creative and effective ways developing standards and guides for diverse engineering activities .
- Approach to problem solving balances technical product cost and schedule .
- Works without appreciable direction; work is reviewed from a long-range perspective for desired results .
- Exercises latitude in determining technical objectives of assignments and makes decisions and recommendations that are recognized as authoritative .
- Maintains a current knowledge of developments in the field of specialty and/or other related aircraft fields in order to recommend innovations to improve quality and effectiveness of company product .
- Advanced degree in engineering or related curriculum preferred.
- The level of technical skill and abilities appropriate for this grade will be established by each discipline.
Additional Information
Requisition Number: 236750
Category: Engineering
Percentage of Travel: None
Shift: First
Employment Type: Full-time
Posting End Date: 12/04/2026
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.
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