5225073No5313297510.00.028-May-2026Technician IVGeneral Atomics
General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS' expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide.
Performs and/or assists in fabrication, modification, assembly, installation, operation, repair and maintenance of complex laboratory, experimental and commercial equipment. May assist in the design of basic lab, experimental, and commercial equipment. Applies specialized knowledge and skills pertinent to the organization, project or program assigned. Sets up and performs complex experiments and tests. Records, reduces and summarizes data.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Responsible for fabrication, modification, installation, and documentation of complex laboratory, experimental or commercial equipment.
- Interprets general instructions, plans sequence of assembly, maintains quality assurance documentation and prepares sketches and schematics.
- May assist in the design of basic lab, experimental, and commercial equipment.
- Operates specialized equipment and/or performs tests requiring knowledge of processes pertinent to the organization, program or project.
- Responsible for execution of a set of laboratory experiments or for a complex laboratory function.
- Fabricates assemblies and fixtures to optical specifications in a machine shop maintaining quality assurance and documentation
- Collects, records, reduces, and summarizes experimental data.
- Interprets basic information displayed to recognize when various operating measurements are drifting out of established parameters.
- Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
- Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
- Carries out a variety of routine laboratory duties including housekeeping and clean up.
- Other duties as assigned or required.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
55470BRTechnicians 0% - 25% Full-Time Hourly Massachusetts Secret60,670ActonDesired90,198Opto Mechanical Technician
- Typically requires associate''s degree or equivalent with five or more years of experience. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
- Ability and willingness to work on systems which have Space Program conditions such as working in a Clean Room, familiar with ESD and FOD control.
- Knowledge of computer operations and applications pertinent to the field required.
- Must have analytical ability to read and understand detailed instructions, drawings and specifications.
- Communication skills necessary to write and record precise information.
- Must be familiar with Optical handling and tolerances.
- Special skills and expertise to use complex equipment or experimental techniques.
- The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) "SECRET" clearance is desired.
YesMid-Level (3-7 years) NoOnsite