DCS Air and Space Technology sector is seeking an Electrical Technician to support the Biodynamics Group within AFRL at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, OH. The Biodynamics Group is responsible for assessing the human response and injury tolerance of pilots and aircrew to impacts, ejections, and high-G events. The focus of this role would be to perform data collection on-site at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base and abroad in remote testing locations.
Essential Job Functions:
Repair wiring assemblies to interface internal crash-test manikin and facility electronics.
Ability to solder, use hand tools, multimeter, oscilloscope, and electronics troubleshooting equipment.
Operate Data Acquisition Systems, facility controls, and high-speed cameras.
Calibrate sensors including accelerometers, load cells, and angular rate sensors.
Travel to support dynamic testing of crash-test manikins in various regions of the U.S.
Travel is sporadic but can be up to two weeks at a time, multiple times per year.
Required Skills:
Due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.
A High School diploma with at least 7 years of related Electrical/Mechanical Technician or Engineer experience. An associate's degree or higher is preferred.
Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level U.S. DoD security clearance.
Aptitude to build, fix, troubleshoot, and maintain electrical and mechanical systems.
Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Desired Skills:
While not required, candidates with prior military service are encouraged to apply.
DCS provides engineering, programmatic, and technical support services to the Department of Defense and other customers focused on national security. As employee owners, we recognize that hiring and retaining the best talent is crucial to our mission. Our focus on personal growth and continual improvement is consistent with our corporate goals of professional and business excellence.