Title:  Assy/Test Tech A

Set up and operate all phases of processing pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical, and electromechanical assemblies for Space, Navy, and/or Aircraft applications. Assemble and test production hardware and their subassemblies by following blueprint and other written and/or verbal specifications.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform work duties provided by immediate Lead, Supervisor or Manager.

• Clean, assemble and test various valves and filters following written procedures and other appropriate documentation.

• Interpret assembly setup requirements from written procedures and successfully complete assembly.

• Interpret test system schematics and successfully construct test system by obtaining correct system components and fabrication of stainless steel tubing, including cutting, bending and flaring.

• Interpret test setup requirements from written procedures and successfully test component.

• Perform testing using gases (Nitrogen and helium) and water.

• Perform testing at ambient temperatures as well as extreme cold and hot temperatures during thermal testing.

• Read and interpret test data, and record neatly and accurately on appropriate data sheets.

• Recognize and report any out-of-family conditions or discrepancies.

• Maintain a clean and safe work area at all times.

• Maintain assembly and test setups in good working order.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• The technician must have a minimum of five (5) years experience in a similar work environment.

• Must be able to setup and operate tools required for assembly including, but not limited to; standard hand tools, load testing devices, micrometers, depth mics, calipers and microscopes.

• Technician must possess basic blueprint reading and comprehension skills.

• Must be able to setup and operate equipment required for testing including, but not limited to; multimeters, ohmmeters, voltmeters, pressure, gauges and transducers, data recorders, load cells, and flowmeters.

• Good verbal and written English communication skills.

• Basic mathematic skills required to calculate simple formulas and conversions.

• Strong reasoning ability a must.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

High School Diploma or GED with a minimum of five (5) year similar job experience preferably in an aerospace manufacturing environment or a combination of education and work experience.