Research and Development Technician, Armtec Defense Technologies
Armtec Defense Technologies (Armtec) is an operating unit of the Transdigm Group (NYSE: TDG), an industry leader in aerospace and defense products and services. Armtec is comprised of three business units producing subcomponents for ordnance in Coachella, CA; decoy countermeasure Flares in Camden AR; and radar countermeasure chaff in Lillington NC. At Armtec, we welcome skilled and enthusiastic people who share our determination and high standards to join us in our mission-critical work supporting the US and allied war-fighters who serve us all by defending democracy and protecting freedom. This position is staffed in Camden, AR., at Armtec’s world-class facility for decoy countermeasure Flares.
Company Profile
Company Name: Armtec Defense Technologies, a subsidiary of Transdigm Group (NYSE: TDG)
Industry: Aerospace/Defense Products & Services
Number of Employees: 250
Job Overview
Title: Research and Development Technician II (R & D)
Job Family: Engineering
Reports to: R & D Manager
Works with: Mid level Managers, Technicians, Engineers and Production employees
Location: Camden, AR, USA
Type: Full Time
Job Summary
Utilizing basic principles of science, engineering, and mathematics to aid engineers in solving technical problems in the research and development environment. Utilizing standard concepts, practices, and procedures used in the pyrotechnic/flare countermeasures field. Performs general functions for blending, forming, assembly, and testing of pyrotechnic/explosive products not just limited to MTV products. Performs these duties under only general supervision. Technician relies on experience, education and judgment to plan and accomplish goals safely.
Primary Responsibilities
Leads and/or mentors less experienced Technicians and/or Production employees
Sets up and uses various machines, fixtures and equipment both in the manufacture and testing of the product
Work with a variety of different products outside of the legacy MTV flare products currently in production
Builds products to print and/or engineering instructions
Conducts organized and accurate experiments
Provide feedback to engineers and chemists on common blending, forming, assembly, and testing of products to aid with product and process development based on experience
Actively participates in engineering meetings, including but not limited to drawing reviews, design reviews, process hazard analyses, design FMEAs, process FMEAs
Takes initiative to improve R&D work areas in accordance with lean principles
Support transition of R&D products to Production including demonstrating mixing, forming, assembly, and testing practices
Work with other R&D staff to plan and execute tasks efficiently
Accurately collects data and record results on various research and development projects
Complies with all R&D policies such as Design and Development Standards (ISO) and procedures related to safety/environmental
Maintains the highest ethical standards, even when challenged from above
Understands and lives by Armtec’s ethics and business conduct policies
Qualifications
Must possess technical skills, interpersonal skills such as good communication and writing skills
Must be a team player, who can work independently and support all product requirements
Must have a clear understanding of safety rules and regulations
Must be respirator certified, training will be provided but must PASS a pulmonary test
Armtec Competencies
Must be able to demonstrate ability in the Armtec competencies for all employees, customer focus, ethics & values, problem solving, integrity & trust, functional/technical skills, listening, action-oriented, composure and values diversity
Education/Previous Experience Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the pyrotechnic and/or flare countermeasures field (related fields will be considered). A combination of higher education (associates degree, vocational degree, vocational degree, etc.) and work experience equaling the equivalent experience may substitute
Must understand basic math, science, and engineering principles.
Must have general computer skills. (MS Windows, Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.).
Must communicate effectively in both oral and written form
Work Hours
4/10 workweek
To Apply
Please apply on-line on the Armtec Career Website, www.armtecdefense.com
Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Protected Vet
Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
To conform to U.S. export control regulations, applicant should be eligible for any required authorization from the U.S. Government
This position requires access to export control information.
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Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
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