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1689 - General Engineering Technician

Summary

Performs mechanical assembly, integration, and maintenance tasks using hand/power tools and heavy lifting in a manufacturing or defense environment.

Sigma Defense is seeking a General Engineering Technician to join our team in Huntsville, AL. The hired candidate will be responsible for the manual labor involved with mechanical assembly and integration. The applicant should be willing and comfortable with hand/power tools and heavy lifting. As long as the applicant meets the majority of the requirements, we can train them for the other tasks. Travel may be expected for 1 - 2 weeks during the year to support repairs at events and testing at other locations.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled: Sigma Defense Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Requirements

  • 1-3 years of relevant experience.
  • Must be able to lift 50 - 75 lbs.
  • Must be able bodied.
  • Must be willing to work around grease, dust, debris, and oil.
  • Mechanical Assembly or Integration experience is preferred.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen.

Computer Programs/Software:

  • Microsoft Windows
  • Word
  • Excel
  • Adobe

Personnel Clearance Level:

  • Candidate must possess or have the ability to obtain an active Secret security clearance or higher.
  • Clearance may be sponsored for the right candidate.

Education Requirements:

  • High School Diploma (or equivalent) is required.
  • Associate's degree from an accredited college or university is preferred.

Essential Job Duties (not all-inclusive):

  • Fabrication of mechanical structures and assemblies.
  • Mechanical and Electrical integration.
  • General Maintenance.
  • Painting and/or coating processes.
  • Cutting metal tubes or sheet metal.
  • Operation of hand tools and power tools.
  • May be involved with 12v and 24v systems (depending on experience).
  • Required to lift 50 - 75lbs.

Pay Range: $24 - $28 per hour.

Benefits

  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Medical Insurance to Include HSA, FSA, and DFSA Plans
  • Life and AD&D coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 401(k) Plan with Company Matching Contributions
  • 160 Hours of Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 12 (Floating) Holidays
  • Educational Assistance
  • Highly Competitive Salary
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First name, Last name, Email, Headline, Phone, Address, Were you referred by anyone to this position?, If Yes, who were you referred by and what is your relationship to them?, Education, Experience, Summary, Resume, Have you been previously employed by Sigma Defense, Solute, EWA, JUNO or Sub U?, What are your salary requirements?, Will you need to relocate for this position?, Cover letter

  • Are you a citizen of the United States? (Non-Citizens will not be eligible to move forward in the hiring process. Failure to provide accurate information regarding your citizenship will result in an immediate disqualification.) yes / no
  • Will you require an employment visa or visa sponsorship to work in the United States, either now or in the future? yes / no
  • Do you possess an active Secret security clearance or higher? (Please note: Falsifying this information is a federal offense. Failure to provide accurate information regarding your clearance status will result in an immediate disqualification.) yes / no
  • If you possess an active Secret security clearance or higher, please list the approximate or exact activation and expiration date of the clearance. (This information is validated for successful candidates during the hiring process.)
  • Do you have the ability to work on-site in Huntsville, AL? yes / no
  • Do you have experience with hand tools and power tools? yes / no
  • Do you have experience painting or any other type of coating processes? yes / no
  • Are you a transitioning service member interested in SkillBridge opportunities? If so, please list your anticipated retirement date.

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