What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Assistant position at Kratos Unmanned Systems?
GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:
Responsible for planning, scheduling and assisting engineers with documentation, process, testing and general engineering related support activities.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Perform detailed development work in the areas of RF, analog and digital electronics under the guidance of engineers
- Work independently to resolve existing problems and/or malfunctions expeditiously
- Collect and analyze engineering test data toward a given objective
- Interpret drawings, specifications and work instructions
- Implement and test engineering changes
- Support development of test plans and procedures for products under development
- Must be at assigned worksite during assigned hours 100% of time; less PTO, FML/STD/LTD
Other Job Functions
- Other duties may be assigned
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
None
Keyword: engineering assistant, electronics, RF, analog, digital, engineering, test engineering
Required Experience:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards
Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors
Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary
Ability to adhere to workplace rules
Ability to read and interpret assembly drawings, schematics, work instructions and component identifications
Ability to work with minute parts and demonstrate finger dexterity
Ability to lead a team relevant to assigned programs to ensure contract requirements are accomplished
Working knowledge of advanced test equipment operations and related uses and safeguards preferred
Working knowledge of microprocessors or computers and microprocessor/computer based control systems and related software preferred
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
AS degree, technical school credentials in related field or equivalent experience
A minimum of 0 years of experience
Intermediate experience with MS Office
Experience in development, test, or maintenance of RF or radar systems and airborne command, control, and telemetry systems preferred
WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Production and office environment
Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time
Ability to perform repetitive motion (use of arm-hand steadiness, finger dexterity, manual dexterity for small parts assembly, frequent use)
Ability to lift iup to 30 pounds
THE ABOVE STATEMENTS ARE INTENDED TO DESCRIBE THE GENERAL NATURE AND LEVEL OF WORK BEING PERFORMED BY INDIVIDUALSiASSIGNED TO THIS CLASSIFICATION. THEY ARE NOT INTENDED TO BE CONSTRUED AS AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES AND SKILLS REQUIRED OF PERSONNEL SO CLASSIFIED.
A REVIEW OF THIS CLASSIFICATION HAS EXCLUDED THE MARGINAL FUNCTIONS OF THE CLASSIFICATION THAT AREiINCIDENTAL TO THE PERFORMANCE OF FUNDAMENTAL JOB JUTIES. ALL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ARE ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND REQUIREMENTS AND ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES TO PERFORM THIS JOB PROFICIENTLY.i THE REQUIREMENTS LISTED IN THIS DOCUMENT ARE THE MINIMUM LEVELS OF KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS OR ABILITIES
EEO/M/F/D/V
From: Kratos Defense
Kratos is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled.
All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos is committed to America's veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. We also work to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.