Vibration Technician III - Dynamics

Overview

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. As a member of the operations team, the Dynamics Test Technician position performs a variety of routine and non-routine testing assignments within the department assigned and insures timely and accurate test results under minimal direct supervision.  The technician positions must be proficient in a number of core business skills including but not limited to compliance to established safety rules, code of conduct, and company policies and procedures.

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
• Takes Initiative and, in most cases, does not need to wait for further instruction
• Able to decide on and implement appropriate testing methods and protocols
• Leads and assigns the work of others when needed
• Analytical/technical knowledge provides a marked impact on overall laboratory technical capabilities and services
• Adapt at managing job priority and work time in accordance with targets/goals set by supervisor
• Under the close guidance of advanced Engineers in the laboratory, works on well delineated technical issues including standard and routine analysis
• Defined work experience has impact on the day to day technical decisions made on timely delivery of laboratory testing services and customer support
• Recognized by colleagues within the lab as possessing strong technical knowledge
• Has a clearly demonstrated ability to apply an array of testing techniques in a rational and practical style to help examine issues and build solutions
• 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.

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Company Overview

Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to ‘Make tomorrow safer than today’.

When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access.

While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development.

Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization.

Diversity Statement

At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming “the world’s most trusted testing partner”.

All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) 

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