At Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD), we believe that our strengths are built on our most important resource - our people. Join EBAD and you'll be a part of a team who creates cutting edge technology that will blast us into the future. No other company can match the innovative energetic solutions that we provide. At EBAD you will actively contribute to successful missions putting men, women and satellites into space, and protecting our armed service men and women around the world. If this is the culture and work environment you are seeking, then EBAD is the place for you! ​

Join Our Mission as a Function Test Technician!

The Test Services Team is hiring! We’re looking for a hands-on, mechanically minded Function Test Technician to support our Function Team Lead. If you love solving problems, thrive in fast-paced environments, and get energized by technology that matters, this role is for you. This is a position is located in Simsbury, CT.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibility will be evaluation of set-up and performance for Tensile, Drop, Electrical and Function testing.  Testing will be performed in accordance with written procedures, MIL-STD’s and industry specifications.  Test data will be generated to support customer requirements.  Occasional heavy lifting, travel and overtime may be required as well as testing in inclement weather.

Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma (associate degree in mechanical or electrical engineering preferred).

• Candidates must be able to work independently and interface with individuals at multiple levels in the organization. 

• A Safety mindset with attention to detail, as well as Strong mechanical aptitude, problem solving and communication skills are required. 

• Candidates must be able to interpret and execute test requirements provided in written specifications. 

• Knowledge of explosive materials and/or ordnance devices is beneficial.

• Experience working in an aerospace industry is preferred. 

The ideal candidate will have experience in a test lab environment with exposure to a number of the following areas:

Instrumentation

• Oscilloscopes

• Charge Amplifiers & Signal Conditioners

• EBW/HBW Firesets

• High Speed Cameras

• Watlow Controlled Environmental Chambers

Desired Skills:

• Microsoft Word and Excel Proficiency

• Attention to Detail

• Mechanical Aptitude

• Troubleshooting Skills

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.