Test Technician en CHEMRING ENERGETIC DEVICES INC

Description

Be part of a growing team. Join Chemring Energetic Devices (CED) as we build products that protect our Country, protect the individual warfighter, and send rockets into outer space. CED is well situated in Downers Grove, Illinois. We are located a commuter train ride West of Chicago and a short drive from farmland.

• Exciting growth – Our work supports major space and defense programs.
• Impactful work – help manufacture components critical to national security
• Fast-paced environment
• Join a high-performing team in a thriving industry
• Ready to make an impact? Apply today to be part of our mission-critical team!

CED strives to pay a competitive wage in the industry and regional market. The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $37.25 per hour and is eligible to participate in our discretionary bonus program. Our strong benefits offerings include eligibility to participate in 1 of 3 different BCBS of IL medical plans, Dental (SunLife) Vision (EyeMed), Life and Disability Insurance, 401(k) with a generous 6% match, 11 Paid Holidays, 5 paid Sick Days (based on a full year of employment) and paid vacation.

JOB SUMMARY

The Test Technician is responsible for the testing of aerospace products to ensure compliance with drawing and procedural requirements. Types of tests include electrical, mechanical, leakage, environmental (mainly temperature, vibration) and destructive functional testing.  

Requirements

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Work to established test technician work schedule to support product delivery requirements
• Establish work priorities to ensure effective utilization of time and resources
• Monitor performance to ensure timely execution of tasks
• Read and understand drawings and acceptance test procedures to ensure conformance to requirements
• Use gauges within calibration limits and in accordance with standard procedures.
• Operate functional test equipment, environmental chambers, gas lines, electronics, helium leak detectors and vibration equipment
• Cross functionally interface with various departments and customers to address concerns

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Comply with government and corporate laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Special projects and additional duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

N/A

EDUCATION

•   High School diploma or equivalent

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of three years of directly related experience in Aerospace and Defense manufacturing environment.

SKILLS and QUALIFICATIONS

• Lawful permanent resident of the United States (ITAR restrictions)
• Must be eligible to possess explosives under the Safe Explosives Act of 2003 (as amended) as required by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (ATF) for all employees of Chemring Energetic Devices
• Ability to read and write legibly, and possess able to perform basic math operations
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents including work instructions, and drawings[KM1] [MG2] 
• Professional verbal and written      communication skills
• Working knowledge of recording data and      familiarity with data acquisition equipment
• Exceptional attention to detail, high degree of accuracy and ability to independently perform multiple assignments

PHYSICAL AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or otherwise moving objects, weighing up to 25 pounds occasionally and/or a negligible amount of weight frequently. Involves standing and walking throughout the workday. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, pressurized pneumatic or hydraulic lines, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, parts at high and low temperatures, risk of electrical shock and explosion. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

DISCLAIMER

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential job functions of this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Employees will be expected to perform other job functions and duties as may be needed and/or required.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Chemring Energetic Devices (CED) is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.

The “Know Your Rights” Poster is available here: EEOC Know Your Rights

CED’s EEO Policy Statement is available here: CED EEO Policy Statement

CED is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] or call (630) 969-0620and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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