Mechanical Engineering Technician - OCU - Technical - 3rd Shift

Job Summary

Conducts performance and reliability testing on engines, components, systems, and controls.

Conducts performance and reliability testing on engines, components, systems, and controls.

• Use data acquisition systems to analyze and review data, write computer programs for analysis, and configure engine test programs.
• Interpret results, make necessary adjustments, document data, and maintain electronic files.
• Perform rig, engine, and component builds, tear down, and inspections.
• Grade and measure components.
• Create sketches for machining and fabricate necessary piping, tubing, and brackets from prints and drawings.
• Install engines and instrumentation in test cells and test rigs.
• Use tools such as Calterm, Asset, Cyflex, etc.
• Design, document, and execute test plans; provide input during creation of test plans; prepare test reports with findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
• Apply company and department rules and guidelines.
• Train apprentices and technicians.
• Coordinate programs including planning, scheduling, ordering, and tracking.
• Participate in maintenance of quality procedures.
• Lead and participate in improvement projects.
• Develop and give presentations to customers and suppliers.
• Comply with safety policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate confidentiality as required.
• Participate in self‑ and team‑audits and corrective action.
• Perform other miscellaneous duties as required.

• Health and Safety Fundamentals – champion and model proactive health and safety behaviors.
• Action oriented – take on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Communicates effectively – deliver multi‑mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Manages complexity – make sense of complex, high‑quantity, sometimes contradictory information to solve problems effectively.
• Decision quality – make good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
• Drives results – consistently achieve results, even under tough circumstances.
• Data Acquisition – prepare samples, verify equipment calibration, and perform tests according to an approved standard procedure or work instruction to ensure deliverable data can be trusted.
• Data Reporting – prepare documentation that clearly organizes and presents testing methods, instrument settings, data, and analysis to enable accurate conclusions.
• Product Function Test System Design – interpret test equipment specifications, select and integrate appropriate equipment, instrumentation and software, and assess capability against requirements.
• Test Setup and Configuration – interpret test plans to determine optimal location and orientation within a test space in accordance with safety and environmental requirements.
• Test Article Build – assemble test articles according to requirements, including necessary instrumentation, to allow successful functional testing.
• Preventative and Predictive Maintenance – interpret maintenance records and data to develop and execute strategies that drive continuous improvement.
• Data Quality – identify, understand, and correct flaws in data to support effective information governance.
• Problem Solving – solve problems and mentor others using a systematic analysis process, determining assignable cause, implementing robust solutions, and ensuring systemic root causes are addressed.
• Values differences – recognize the value of diverse perspectives and cultures.

• High school diploma or equivalent in a suitable STEM field.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent with Department of Labor Certification.
• Associate’s degree from an accredited program in a related field and at least two years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Must pass all related testing.

• Department of Labor Certification OR four years of experience/education accomplished through either a Bachelor’s degree in a related field or an Associate’s degree with at least two years of relevant experience.

• Disassemble and rebuild production and experimental engines and components, measure and record…