Collins Aerospace · 7 hours ago
Staff Laboratory Technician
Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced solutions for the aerospace and defense industry. As a Staff Laboratory Technician, you will be responsible for performing structural testing of Wheel and Brake components to ensure products meet engineering and customer specifications, while also maintaining testing equipment and supporting project management.
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Responsibilities
Instrumentation : Installation of Strain Gauges and other sensors for structural engineering
Applying, wiring, and trouble-shooting strain gauges, load or displacement transducers, pressure transducers, and DC electronics
Interpret instrumentation and component drawings of wheel and brake and prepare test articles according to the test requests and drawings
Data acquisition:
Configure and program DAQ equipment, troubleshoot signal noise, and ensure sensors are functioning properly before testing
Knowledge and expertise in ¼ bridge strain gages, full bridge components & DC voltage signals. Calibration of the signals for data acquisition system
Testing and Data Processing :
Conduct structural, fatigue, or overload tests according to engineering or customer specifications
Perform bolt preload test and torque tension tests as per industry standard/norms
Record and analyze test data, generate test reports to support engineers and project team
Maintain Test Equipment and safe work practice:
Calibrate and maintain testing equipment and tools to ensure compliance with quality standards
Adhere to safety protocols, including the handling of electrical, mechanical, chemical materials including hazardous items for managing the laboratory safely
Support Business and Projects :
Visit suppliers and outside testing laboratories for supporting projects and ensure quality of the deliverables and work
Communicate project progress, status, and future needs of the Laboratory to the Management for supporting projects and ensuring efficiency of the laboratory
Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in technology to contribute to the development of innovative testing methods
Prepare purchase requisition on SAP system
Qualification
Required
Typically requires an AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience
Experience in strain gauge application techniques, soldering, and troubleshooting instrumentation
Experience with data acquisition systems, measurement tools, and calibration techniques
Experience using calipers, depth gauges, and micrometers
Experience in installing delicate sensors and preparing test articles
Experience Reading engineering drawings and/or test plans
Preferred
Experience in Aerospace or Automotive sectors or established laboratory in structural engineering
Experience with LabVIEW, MC911, Pacific Instruments Systems 6000, Tekscan, NI DAQ, System 8000 Strainsmart, 2D Laser System, SG Links 200, or similar softwares
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
Company
Collins Aerospace
Collins Aerospace is an RTX business.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2023-07-21Acquired
Leadership Team
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