Technical Assistant; Mechanical
| | More information about this job:
| | Overview:
| The Technology Solutions Group (TSG) of QinetiQ North America has an international reputation for developing and delivering innovative products and systems that perform under the most demanding conditions to government and private industry clients. The Technology Solutions Group offers a suite of services and products including:
Systems Engineering and Integration
Product Design, Process Systems Design, Production Equipment Development, Instrumentation & Control, Systems Integration, Analysis & Simulation, Human Factors, Nondestructive Inspection & Evaluation, Energy Systems, Food Processing Equipment, Pharmaceutical & Biopharmaceutical
Research & Development
Advanced Materials, Electromagnetics & Electric Machines, Thermal Systems
Structures & Analysis, Embedded Software, Diagnostics & Prognostics
Sensors, Biomedical Products/Solutions, Medical Device Development
Products Including:
TALON® robots
LAST® add-on Armor
PADS® Our Precision Air Drop
Ears® gunshot detection systems
Dragon RunnerTM SUGVs.
SPO standoff suicide bomb detection systems
FluidScan-H handheld mid-infrared spectrometers for chemical analysis
| Responsibilities:
| Position Summary:
Foster-Miller is currently recruiting a Mechanical Technical Assistant/Co-op. This position requires a motivated, self-starting individual with interest and background in mechanical systems assembly and integration. Responsibilities include mechanical component fabrication and assembly, dimensional inspection, component testing, basic design, analysis, and documentation. Additional responsibilities include systems testing and analysis covering a wide range of mechanical and electro-mechanical systems.
Requirements/Special Preference:
The ideal candidate with have computer aided design (CAD) experience. Basic machining skills, familiarity with hand tools , familiarity with electronic equipment is desired but not required. There is no formal training therefore a motivated student is required.
US citizenship required
Transportation:
Foster-Miller is NOT considered to be accessible by public transportation.
NOTE: Any external applicant will be subject to a pre-employment background check.