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SR. TECHNICIAN - TECHNICIAN - Aerospace Structures

Southwest Research Institute
San Antonio, TX, United States
Full-time

Who We Are :

The Aerospace Structures section of the Structural Engineering Department focuses on the development and life management of military aircraft.

It provides turn-key research and development services, state-of-the-art structural analysis capability, and full-scale vehicle to small-scale component testing for all segments of the aerospace community.

The Aerospace Structures Section also has a long-established history in supporting Aircraft Structural Integrity Programs (ASIP).

Objectives of this Role :

  • Work under the direction of Engineer(s) to assemble component and full scale structural tests.
  • Maintain / support structural tests via hydraulic maintenance, test reconfiguration, and data acquisition.
  • Provide opportunities to work with various weapons systems.
  • Provide opportunities to apply and utilize various test instrumentation (strain gages, string potentiometers, and load cells).
  • A strong interest in structures and / or aerospace testing is desirable.

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities :

  • Perform hands-on detailed, work in a laboratory environment.
  • Work in a team environment to solve problems that do not have a clear solution path.
  • Setup, tear down, and maintain structural tests.
  • Install, document, and photograph test instrumentation.
  • Setup and troubleshoot hydraulic controls and pumps.

Requirements :

  • Requires a high school diploma or equivalent with a mechanical aptitude.
  • 2-10 years : Hands on mechanical skills. Must be able to use hand tools, power hand tools and precision measurement / alignment tools (micrometers, multimeters, tape measures).
  • 0-2 years : Prior work experience in hydraulics, plumbing, instrumentation or electrical systems desired.
  • 1-2 years : Basic computer skills.
  • 1-2 years : Communication and time management skills.
  • A valid / clear driver's license is required.

Special Requirements :

Must be a U.S. person (i.e., U.S. citizen, non-U.S. citizen national, lawful permanent resident, asylee, or refugee) due to ITAR work in section.

Job Locations : San Antonio, Texas

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