Vibration Technician - Dynamics

Element has an opportunity for a Vibration Technician III - Dynamics to join our rapidly expanding team in Rockford, IL. Our Rockford lab has environmental test chambers that are capable of replicating high and low temperatures, humidity, and altitude conditions. We provide world-class dynamics testing services including several electrodynamic shaker systems capable of testing all forms of vibration, sine-on-random, classical, and pyrotechnic shock.

Responsibilities

• Prepare/Perform vibration and shock testing for engineering, development, qualification, and acceptance campaigns
• Review, Develop and Modify testing procedures, maintaining test lab and equipment - shaker tables, amplifiers, instrumentation
• Provide technical and engineering leadership, and supports the development of new technologies within a local laboratory
• Interact with customers on technical issues and questions
• Possess a associates degree in a science or testing related field or 5 years of relevant experience
• Experience conducting vibration testing for OEM’s, aerospace, military, and other global customers
• Experience with classical shock testing, drop testing, acceleration, and SRS
• Proficient knowledge and skill working with various sensors (accelerometers, strain gauges, force links / load cells, PTs, TCs, etc.)
• Knowledge of control system softwares (VR, etc.)
• Proficiency with relevant aerospace testing standards (SMC-S-016, MIL-STD-810, RTCA DO-160, etc.)
• Have the ability to work on well-defined issues, standard and/or routine tests, without significant guidance or supervision
• Prepare test set-ups for testing mounting EUT’s, Accelerometers, and other items needed for vibration, shock or Acceleration testing
• Conduct crane operations to move heavy EUT’s, Test Fixtures and other items as needed
• Review test requirements, SOWs, fixture design, etc.

Skills / Qualifications

• Possesses a recognized scientific or engineering qualification, normally at a Bachelor degree level and/or 2-4 years of significant experience in a testing related field through which an equivalent level of knowledge has been attained
• Vibration View Software experience a plus.
• HS diploma or GED certificate preferred. College or vocational school coursework welcomed
• In-depth understanding of testing concepts
• Analyzes and compiles testing data from the tests performed
• Possess strong computer skills.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $30.00 - $42.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 4 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Rockford, IL: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person