Engineering Technician - Manufacturing

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Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.

We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.

Job Description

Job Summary:

Under general supervision, the Manufacturing Technician builds and verifies precision electro-mechanical gimbal systems used in advanced optical and sensing applications. This role performs mechanical assembly, adhesive bonding, calibration, testing, and troubleshooting using detailed work instructions and engineering documentation. The Technician ensures products meet strict quality, reliability, and performance standards.

Primary Job

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Interpret engineering drawings, assembly work instructions, and technical documentation to complete assigned tasks
• Assemble precision electro-mechanical gimbal components and subassemblies using hand tools and torque-controlled equipment
• Apply adhesives, epoxies, and bonding compounds in accordance with approved procedures and curing requirements
• Perform alignment and calibration of gimbal systems using measurement and calibration equipment
• Operate computers and manufacturing software to record build data, test results, and process completion
• Conduct functional testing and verification to ensure assemblies meet performance and quality requirements
• Troubleshoot mechanical and basic electrical issues using diagnostic tools and established procedures
• Inspect completed assemblies to verify workmanship, accuracy, and compliance with specifications
• Maintain organized documentation and accurately enter production and quality data into electronic systems
• Follow electro static discharge (ESD), safety, and clean-handling procedures to protect sensitive components
• Maintain a high level of attention to detail to ensure product reliability and consistency
• Support continuous improvement and perform other related duties as assigned

Job Qualifications:

• High school diploma or Equivalent;
  Associates Degree preferred
• 1 - 2 years of experience in related technical field
• Printed circuit board (PCB) assembly experience preferred
• Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office) required.
• Able and willing to lift up to 50 pounds for short durations
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to learn on the job

Applicants must be either a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, legal permanent resident, asylee, refugee or must be eligible to apply for and obtain the appropriate export control license from the U.S. Departments of State or Commerce.

About Teledyne FLIR Defense

Join Teledyne FLIR Defense, where we're dedicated to supporting critical missions with an exciting range of cutting-edge technologies. Our products include advanced surveillance sensors, unmanned air and ground vehicles, sensing devices used to detect chemicals, biological agents, radiation and explosives, and a host of other solutions that help warfighters, first responders, and search-and-rescue teams do their jobs better.

We're looking for passionate innovators eager to shape the future of the Defense and Public Safety industries. If you're mission-driven to globally collaborate on solutions that can change the battlefield and save lives, we invite you to explore our current opportunities.

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Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.

Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.