Engineering Technician

General Dynamics Mission Systems


Date: 2 days ago
City: Taunton, MA
Contract type: Part time
Basic Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent including vocational training is required plus a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience.CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: [Department of Defense Secret security clearance is preferred at time of hire.] Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required. Responsibilities for this Position

Duties and Tasks:

  • Production intern to support both assembly and test tasks depending on demand
  • Supports engineering activities such as design, test, check-out, modification, fabrication and assembly of prototype electromechanical systems, experimental design circuitry, laser/light transmission devices or specialized test equipment
  • Performs a variety of equipment/process operations involving an application or technical skills in a specific area (electrical, software, manufacturing, optical, etc.)
  • Performs research and engineering laboratory functions that may include but not be limited to:
  • Layout, building, testing, troubleshooting, repairing and modification or electronic or electromechanical devices, assemblies, subsystems, and systems
  • Constructs, troubleshoots, calibrates, adjusts, tests, diagnoses, and maintains equipment, components, devices, or systems
  • Calibration and alignment checks; makes adjustments, modifications, and replacements as directed
  • Prepares prescribed compounds and solutions
  • Construct, modify, debug, test and adjust a variety of tools and equipment given appropriate drawings, parts and instructions
  • Implements basic practical solutions for process improvement o Conducts and documents experiments under guidance of senior technician o Constructs basis tooling and fixtures to accomplish unique tasks
  • Organizes data to identify cause/effect relationships and recommends resolution/process improvement
  • Perform routine/basic preventative maintenance tasks
  • Works from schematics, engineering drawings and written or verbal instructions
  • Operates related equipment; conducts tests and reports data in prescribed format
  • Security Clearance is not required but would be preferential
  • Works under close supervision
  • Performs project tasks/assignments of a basic nature ranging from repetitive to non-repetitive production assembly operations on electronic and/or mechanical assemblies and subassemblies such as modules, boards, panels, drawers, frames, and cables
  • May disassemble, modify, rework, reassemble, and test experimental or prototype assemblies and subassemblies according to specifications and under simulated conditions


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • General knowledge of the job
  • General understanding of general job aspects and some understanding of the detailed aspects of the job
  • General knowledge of generally accepted technical theory in appropriate discipline (software, electrical, manufacturing, etc.)
  • Contacts are primarily within immediate work unit
  • Ability to Acquire job skills and learns company policies and procedures to complete routine tasks
  • General knowledge and proficiency in the use of related tools and equipment
  • Ability to demonstrate soldering skills to pass J-std cert. if required
  • Ability to fabricate simple hardware as required
  • General computer and test equipment knowledge


Target salary range: USD $23.94/Hr. - USD $25.68/Hr. This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Company Overview

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

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