Mechanical Engineering Technician jobs in Iowa

Mechanical Engineering Technician assists mechanical engineers in the planning and testing of mechanical components, equipment, and machinery, such as engines, instruments, controls, robots, machines, etc. Helps prepare proposals and cost estimates. Estimates work load to establish completion dates. Being a Mechanical Engineering Technician requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Mechanical Engineering Technician may require 0-1 year of general work experience. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. Works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Mechanical Engineering Lab Technician
  • Collins Aerospace
  • Rapids, IA FULL_TIME
  • Date Posted:

    2024-02-21

    Country:

    United States of America

    Location:

    HIA32: Cedar Rapids, IA 400 Collins Rd NE , Cedar Rapids, IA, 52498-0505 USA

    Position Role Type:

    Onsite

    This position is for Mechanical Engineering Lab Technician in the Component & Material Evaluation Laboratory. We perform testing to ensure devices meet published electrical, mechanical, and environmental criteria as part of the qualification process and when devices fail in the factory or field, we are called upon to employ our expertise and suite of analytical tools to validate failures and assist in determining root cause.

    Primary Responsibilities:

    • Interpret Collins Aerospace specifications, vendor data sheets, military, and industry standards to define test set-ups and acquire the data requested by the Component Engineers or engineering customers.
    • Microscopy with digital imaging.
    • Perform testing using a broad range of instrumentation including but not limited to tensile tester, hardness testers, X-ray Fluorescence (XRF), FTIR and cross sectioning equipment.
    • Construct test fixtures as needed to meet test objectives.
    • Perform shelf life recertification of materials, such as tapes and adhesives
    • Primary components supported will include mechanical hardware, connectors, contacts, cable assemblies, wire, and housings.
    • Provide detailed documentation via Excel spreadsheets and PowerPoint reports. Summarize test or analysis in an existing database.

    Basic Qualifications:

    • Typically requires HS Diploma or AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience
    • U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Strong mechanical aptitude and competency in geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, engineering fundamentals via courses in statics, strength of materials, kinematics and dynamics.
    • Experience handling multiple projects and meeting established deadlines.

    Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

    Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today.

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    This role is also eligible for the Re-Empower Program. The Re-Empower Program helps support talented and committed professionals as they rebuild their capabilities, enhance leadership skills, and continue their professional journey. Over the course of the 14-week program, experienced professionals will gain paid, on-the-job experience, have an opportunity to participate in sessions with leadership, develop personalized plans for success and receive coaching to guide their return-to-work experience. Upon completion of the program, based on performance and contributions participants will be eligible for a career at RTX.

    Minimum Program Qualifications

    • Be on a career break of one or more year at time of application
    • Have prior experience in functional area of interest
    • Have interest in returning in either a full-time or part-time position

    Diversity drives innovation; inclusion drives success. We believe a multitude of approaches and ideas enable us to deliver the best results for our workforce, workplace, and customers. We are committed to fostering a culture where all employees can share their passions and ideas so we can tackle the toughest challenges in our industry and pave new paths to limitless possibility.

    WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

    • Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.

    Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

    Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.

    Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

    • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
    • Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
    • Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
    • Tuition reimbursement program
    • Student Loan Repayment Program
    • Life insurance and disability coverage
    • Optional coverages you can buy: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
    • Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
    • Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
    • Adoption Assistance
    • Autism Benefit
    • Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
    • Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
    • Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
    • Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
    • Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
    • And more!

    At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other - propel us all higher, again and again.

    Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.

    The salary range for this role is 36,000 USD - 72,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

    Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

    Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

    This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

    RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

    RTX 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 federally protected class.

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Engineering Manager
  • Rasmussen Mechanical Services
  • Council, IA FULL_TIME
  • Company Benefits At Rasmussen Mechanical Services, we ask a lot of our employees, which is why we give so much in return. In addition to your competitive salary, we provide Health Insurance Coverage (...
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Electrical Engineering Technician
  • RFA Engineering
  • Waterloo, IA FULL_TIME
  • RFA Engineering (www.rfamec.com) is an engineering service provider dedicated to delivering our clients with timely engineering support and expertise. We are seeking an experienced candidate to become...
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Quality Engineering Technician
  • RFA Engineering
  • Dubuque, IA FULL_TIME
  • RFA Engineering (www.rfamec.com) is an engineering service provider dedicated to delivering our clients with timely engineering support and expertise. We are seeking an experienced candidate to become...
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Civil Engineering Technician
  • Townsend Engineering
  • Davenport, IA FULL_TIME
  • We are looking for dependable, hard-working, team-oriented individuals for our field department. Experience in land surveying is a plus, but we will train the right applicants. Good previous work hist...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Mechanical specialist
  • Sterling Engineering, Inc.
  • Muscatine, IA FULL_TIME
  • Title : NDT Specialist Location : Muscatine, IA (Relocation Offered) Overview : Sterling has helped build careers for thousands for professionals like yourself. Our expert recruiters support you at ev...
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Mechanical Engineering Technician III
  • Generac Power Systems
  • Waukesha, WI
  • Company Generac Power Systems Name Mechanical Engineering Technician III Req # 63669 Employment Type Full Time Shift 1st...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Mechanical Engineering Technician III
  • Orbis Sibro, Inc.
  • Mechanical Engineering Technician III Groton, CT Responsibilities: Provide Field Representative support service inspecti...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Mechanical Engineering Technician
  • Talentrupt RPO
  • West Chester, OH
  • Job Description Job Description The Engineering Technician 1 oversees logistics, fabrication, installation, operation, a...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Mechanical Engineer Technician
  • ITS
  • Akron, OH
  • Mechanical Engineer Technician - Akron, Ohio - JOB 24-00137 Hourly Range: $18.00-$22.00/HR Full Time Position with Benef...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Electro Mechanical Engineer Technician
  • Wells-Gardner Technologies Inc
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • Job Description Job Description GENERAL PURPOSE The primary role of the Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technician is to ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Electro Mechanical Engineer Technician
  • Wells-Gardner Technologies Inc
  • North Las Vegas, NV
  • Job Description Job Description GENERAL PURPOSE The primary role of the Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technician is to ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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3rd Shift Mechanical Engineering Technician
  • Global Channel Management, Inc.
  • Pompano Beach, FL
  • Job Description: Mechanical Engineering Technician needs 2 to 3+ years in a manufacturing or industrial environment, wit...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Electro Mechanical Engineer Technician
  • Wells-Gardner Technologies Inc
  • Henderson, NV
  • Job Description Job Description GENERAL PURPOSE The primary role of the Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technician is to ...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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