Test Technician (onsite)

Entry Level Test Technician

Location: Frederick, MD, US, 21703

Job ID: 115074

The Leonardo DRS Airborne and Intelligence Systems business is a global leader and strategic partner committed to delivering world-class, full life-cycle defense and intelligence products that protect the security of our nation and our allies. From air combat training to state-of-the-art electronic warfare systems, our technology is deployed by virtually all U.S. military and government agencies around the world.

Job Responsibilities

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• Provide technical support to engineers and scientist on moderately complex components, devices, material, products, processes and/or equipment
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• Responsible for testing, modifying, reworking, and repairing electronic, optical and mechanical assemblies
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• Work from moderately complex wiring and assembly drawings, operation sheets, engineering specifications and sketches
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• Design and test prototype assemblies and production units
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• Use judgment in re-working or re-wiring to bring unit within quality control specifications
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• Test, inspect, and repair electronic, optical or mechanical assemblies
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• Work under minimal supervision and may provide guidance to other technicians
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• Capable of performing related manufacturing processes
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• Interpret and follow written documents such as SOPs and safety rules
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• Ensure compliance with all safety and regulatory requirements applicable to the company in accordance with State and Federal regulations and any applicable certification required to maintain the certification
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• May assist in training new team members
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• Interface with other departments to assure efficient flow of information and materials
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• Perform Key Performance Indicators:
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• Meet production deadlines
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• Quality of finished product (Pass/fail rates)
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• Raw material stock levels
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• Compliance outcomes
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• Ability to coordinate several activities at the same time, and to reprioritize in response to changing operational conditions
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• Perform standard testing processes on a variety of equipment and recording results
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• Require knowledge of industry specific tests and testing equipment, alignment and troubleshooting test failures
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Qualifications

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• Requires an associate’s degree in a technical discipline or equivalent experience in the field or in a related area
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• Must demonstrate strong decision-making and leadership skills
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• Experienced handling small delicate components, using ESD practices
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Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.

*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only