The Bettis Laboratory Site Component Testing Organization has openings available for an Applied Technology Technician possessing a background in mechanical repair and assembly of hydraulic and mechanical systems and/or electronics. Dependent on the individual’s credentials, the successful candidate will perform the following:

Mechanical

• Construct, Install, maintain, repair and troubleshoot mechanical test equipment in a test facility.
• Routine installation and assembly of experimental test facilities and test components.
• Working closely with peers, engineers, contractors, maintenance personnel, and management to operate and maintain lab equipment, facility, and local infrastructure.
• Monitor data acquisition during routine facility operation, interpret instrument readings, and determine instrument validity both from calibration and operating conditions. Verify and assure that facility operation is in accordance with documented test plans, test procedures, and facility operating procedure.
• Qualify as an operator on all test hardware within the employee’s work location, including supporting shift-work as needed.
• Assemble and install complex test equipment and/or special equipment to achieve the desired operating conditions. Recognize and take action to resolve advanced test conditions.
• Once qualified, train other technicians and engineers on the operation of test hardware within the employee’s work location.
• Operate multiple test stations independently and concurrently while maintaining a safe work environment.
• Troubleshoot abnormalities with test hardware and suggest corrective actions to management in the absence of engineering support.

Electronic

• Construct, install, maintain, repair, calibrate, and troubleshoot electronic test equipment, circuitry, and process control/data acquisition hardware in an industrial facility, conforming to the National Electric Code and/or similar governing standards.
• Routine installation and assembly of experimental test facilities and test components.
• Working closely with peers, engineers, contractors, maintenance personnel, and management to operate and maintain lab equipment, facility, and local infrastructure.
• Monitor data acquisition during routine facility operation, interpret instrument readings, and determine instrument validity both from calibration and operating conditions. Verify and assure that facility operation is in accordance with documented test plans, test procedures, and facility operating procedure.
• Qualify as an operator on all test hardware within the employee’s work location.
• Assemble and install complex test equipment and/or special equipment to achieve the desired operating conditions. Recognize and take action to resolve advanced test conditions.
• Once qualified, train other technicians and engineers on the operation of test hardware within the employee’s work location.
• Operate multiple test stations independently and concurrently while maintaining a safe work environment. Troubleshoot abnormalities with test hardware and suggest corrective actions to management in the absence of engineering support.

REQUIRED SKILLS *

• High School diploma or equivalent and a minimum of four years of relevant experience; or Associate degree in a related field or Journeyman’s Papers.
• Ability to physically lift and/or carry 50 lbs
• Ability to read and understand complex verbal and written instructions
• Physically able to perform activities requiring bending, stooping and climbing ladders

PREFERRED SKILLS

• GPA of 3.0/4.0
• Preferred candidates will possess credentials to fulfill requirements for positions in mechanical, electronics, or both.