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Lockheed Martin Instrumentation Research & Development Technician in Fort Worth, Texas
Description: Installs and maintains special communications or other electronic systems installed on flight test aircraft, when such systems are in addition to or deviations from production systems configuration.
Is responsible for the construction, adaption, modification and progressive development of instrumentation prototype research components working independently on assigned task. Requires the application of electronic, electro-mechanical, optical, and similar knowledge in the use of radio, radar, standard time, telemetry and recording as used in the original application of electro-mechanical devices and electronic circuits for ground and airborne instrumentation prototype systems.
Performs layout of electronic and electro-mechanical circuits, components and systems which require the application of electronic theory and research techniques. Works from engineering, written or oral instructions.
Fabricates various electronic components such as wire wound resistors, coils, audio and I.F. transformers in accordance with specifications and tolerance requirements established by engineering.
Tests and adjusts electrical and electronic circuits, servo and electro-mechanical units to design specification or operation by using applicable testing devices. Performs progressive evaluation, determines practical changes necessary to overcome problems and make corrective modifications to circuits or devices to accomplish design intent.
Troubleshoots and makes corrections or modifications. Is required to utilize basic electronic instrumentation theory in the functional testing of electronic instrumentation components; determine that components have been properly assembled and that response to controls and operational characteristics conform to specifications prior to their qualitative evaluation tests.
Assists in the accumulation, setup, and hookup of portable or bench test equipment from established schematics, blueprints, or sketches connecting all test equipment to components or systems, or systems undergoing qualitative evaluation.
Dismantles and disassembles test setups at the completion of tests, salvaging components and parts for future use.
Assists in installing and removing airborne and ground system components of instrumentation data recording, transmitting, receiving and monitoring systems; assists in correcting malfunctions and discrepancies of systems prior to or after installation.
May be required to work at remote test sites on Lockheed/Ft Worth Company sponsored programs.
May be required to operate electronic data entry, storage, processing, and/or retrieval equipment as a routine part of accomplishing their normal job assignments.
Performs operational check, pre-flight and post-flight evaluation of complete test instrumentation system.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience in operational check, pre-flight and post-flight evaluation of complete test instrumentation system.
Experience with basic electronic test equipment. Knowledge of and understand instrumentation practices.
Experience in electrical troubleshooting with use of engineering provided schematics
Experience with COMSEC classified materials, encryption units, and applicable security requirements.
Experience with active Flight Line operations, policies, and procedures.
Desired Skills:
To use static and dynamic recording and indicating devices, employing direct writing, photographic, optical, mechanical and visual systems. To understand and use complex circuit diagrams, prints and specifications.
Understand and apply knowledge of electronic theory, shop theory, practices and procedures in evaluating and developing instrumentation systems. To have technical training in the fundamental theory of electrical and electronic principles and instrumentation theory and principles, and a knowledge of shop math including algebra and trigonometry.
Knowledge of data processing operations and security requirements applicable during install, removal, transportation and storage.
Experience with encryption units and applicable security requirements.
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: Standard Monday to Friday 40 hour work week
Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
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Experience Level: Hourly/Non-Exempt
Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: No
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First