Technician - 2nd Shift

Overview

Calspan's Transonic Wind Tunnel is the only independently owned and operated wind tunnel in the United States. Our staff is known for its flexibility and responsiveness to our customers’ needs. Customers appreciate this approach, as it enables them in real time to refine test programs. We are looking for an experienced and versatile Technician to join our team! This is a great opportunity to be part of an organization with a rich 75-year history that prides itself on its Be Calspan Values. If you think you have what it takes to Be Calspan, we encourage you to speak with us.  

Due to the security requirements for this position, US Citizenship is required. Please note, this is a 2nd shift position.

Responsibilities

• Support testing by efficiently operating equipment and ensuring accurate results and records. Provide support in the resolution of technical problems.

• Perform set-up and installation of equipment, instrumentation, cable routing, soldering and checkout before, during and after the test.

• Support the maintenance, installation and repair of test lab and equipment to maximize operational availability.

• Document test procedures and installations. Provide guidance with data calculation.

Qualifications

Preferred Experience:

• 3+ years in related discipline

Preferred Knowledge / Ability:

• Troubleshooting mechanical or electrical problems
• Electrical and electronic principles
• Perform operations and execute test procedures for engineering, scientific, or real-time data acquisition
• Read and interpret engineering plans and specifications
• Testing and inspection principles and procedures
• Microsoft Office

Why join Calspan?

Be Calspan Culture

At Calspan, we promote an environment that empowers employees and encourages innovation. Our management team enables a strong sense of teamwork with each endeavor, where successes are shared and lessons are learned. The company’s talent brand, “Be Calspan”, incorporates our company values to Be Inclusive, Accountable, and Innovative and our commitment to drive every individual to - Be Developed, Be Balanced, Be Connected, Be Community and Be Recognized. Our culture promotes a positive atmosphere and competitive can-do method of action.

Great Benefits = Happy, Committed Employees 

Retaining great talent is as important as finding it, so at Calspan, we take our employee value proposition of Be Calspan quite seriously. To us, that means offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, recognition programs and promotional opportunities. Our benefits include: Health Insurance, Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance/Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Short-Term/Long-Term Disability, 401(k), Hospital Coverage, Accident Coverage, Life Insurance Policy, Paid-Time Off, Company-paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave, Jury Duty, Military Leave, Employee Assistance Program, Educational Assistance Reimbursement , and Pet Insurance.

Calspan is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Calspan supports safe and drug free workplace through pre-employment background checks and drug testing.

The salary range provided is a general guideline. Actual pay will depend on several factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and other applicable qualifications.  Calspan is committed to pay transparency in compliance with applicable state and local laws.

All candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.

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