R&D Engineering Fabrication Technician
Core
Fabricate prototype ordnance and munitions hardware from CAD/drawings and support development testing instrumentation.
Role type
R&D Engineering Fabrication Technician
Builds
Physical prototypes of advanced ordnance and munitions technologies
Domain
Defense technology / Ordnance engineering
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
CNC machining, manual fabrication, GD&T reading, instrumentation setup, harness assembly, supplier coordination, test execution, controlled materials handling
Preferred skills
Mastercam/CAM, CMM/metrology, injection molding, welding, additive manufacturing, explosives/energetic materials handling
Technologies
CNC mills, lathes, CMM, high-speed imaging, data-acquisition systems
Responsibilities
Machine and fabricate one-off prototype parts; Review parts for manufactability; Coordinate with machine shops; Set up and troubleshoot testing instrumentation; Build and troubleshoot cables and harnesses; Execute arena and flight tests; Maintain build and test records
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC