Engineering Technician

Bevilacqua Research Corporation (BRC) is a Service Disabled Veteran Owned, Small Business based in Huntsville, Alabama incorporated in 1992. BRC provides "best-value" technical and management solutions to a diverse government and commercial customer base in the following key business areas: test & evaluation, systems analysis & integration, security & intelligence, and R&D.

Responsibilities:

The Valves, Actuators, and Ducts division of the Propulsion Engineering department is searching for an Engineering Technician to support procurement, logistics, and inventory control at the Component Development Area (CDA). The CDA is a world-class small fabrication shop and testing laboratory supporting development and testing of space flight components and systems. The selected candidate must have practical experience and demonstrate knowledge in procurement and logistics, inventory control, and customer relations skills to support the CDA. The selected candidate will order and track material, interface with customers, vendors, engineers, the Amentum Business Office, and other technicians daily in their duties. When workload allows, the ideal candidate will also be able to flex to support other mechanical and electrical technician duties at the CDA including fabrication of tubing, fixtures, pneumatic panels, hydraulic assemblies, instrumentation assemblies, data collection systems, and electrical hardware to support component testing.

Additional responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Follow established procedures to achieve safe and legal procurements of needed items
• Request quotes, submit order requests through the Amentum procurement system, receive items, and ship items
• Continue developing and maintain an up-to-date inventory system of all materials, equipment, and components utilized in testing at the CDA
• Track status of active purchase orders and communicate any potential slips in schedule
• Work directly with engineering personnel and/or higher-level technicians on the design, fabrication, installation, and operation of components and systems
• Usage and safe operation of mills, tube flaring equipment, saws, grinders, and presses
• Welding using various methodologies to assemble frames, test fixtures, and support assemblies for component testing
• Utilize detailed test procedures for safe operation of hydraulic, pneumatic, cryogenic, and high-pressure gas systems
• Interpret drawings, plans, and specifications for buildup and testing of flight type hardware and test components
• Utilize various tools and methods to perform work and maintenance on a variety of mechanical, fluid, and electrical components
• Installation and calibration of instrumentation systems including transducers, thermocouples, and pressure/flow switches
• Experience or interest in developing relevant control programming skills in Labview and PLC systems used in testing controls
• Operate forklift, overhead crane, and man-lift equipment in the performance of work assignments as required
• Wear and utilize appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and clothing during performance of work duties, to include safety glasses/goggles, hard hats, gloves, masks, respirators, coveralls, harnesses, etc.
• Notify Supervisor and Management of any hazards or unsafe conditions in the workplace and advise on potential corrective actions
• General shop housekeeping including cleanup and organization of parts

Typically, educational requirement is a High School diploma or GED or equivalent; and at least 6 years of relevant previous experience and continuing education or an Associate's Degree or equivalent and at least 2 years of relevant previous experience that proves technical aptitude and ability to work effectively without direct supervision. Candidate must have a strong inventory control background, be self-motivated, and be able to effectively multitask. Must have excellent communication skills and be able to communicate between vendors, engineers, and the Amentum Business Office. Most time in this position is spent communicating on the phone, in person, and through email. Candidate must have strong record keeping habits and be able to provide status updates on active procurements.



Required:

• Excellent organizational and customer relationship skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with personnel in problem resolution, work coordination, and operation of systems
• Perform training assignments including on-the-job training designed to develop professional working knowledge and abilities
• Adhere to established procedures and follow work area rules and safety protocols
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Safety-conscious mindset
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (i.e., Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)

• Familiarity with procurement and inventory software packages
• Experience working directly with vendors on quotations and procurements
• Experience establishing and maintaining an inventory system
• Ability to read and follow mechanical blueprints and schematics for pneumatic and hydraulic systems
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions including established procedures to safely assist in construction of systems to perform structural and fluid testing
• Experience performing testing including system buildup, operation, data collection, and troubleshooting

EEO Policy:

Bevilacqua Research Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/VEVRAA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.