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Elbit Systems of America lists this Senior Sustaining Engineer opportunity in fort worth, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Senior Sustaining Engineer
Company Information: Elbit America is a leading provider of high-performance products, system solutions, and support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, commercial aviation, and medical instrumentation markets. With facilities throughout the United States, Elbit Systems of America is dedicated to supporting those who contribute daily to the safety and security of the United States. Elbit Systems of America, LLC is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd., a global high-technology company engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications.
Summary of Responsibilities:
The Senior Sustaining Engineer provides mid-level Engineering support to the operations business unit and departments by troubleshooting difficult problems, instructing the technicians in techniques to resolve these issues in an effort to achieve EFW's business plan and objectives and leading teams to resolve issues and improve productivity.
Responsibilities and Tasks:
Write, review and modify test procedures for the troubleshooting of electronic assemblies
Support test technicians by troubleshooting difficult problems and by instructing the technicians in techniques to resolve these issues
Develop test equipment and test assemblies to aid the technicians in isolating problems
Conduct research to resolve production difficulties
Write ECPs on product to correct errors and to resolve production difficulties
Provide New Product Setup, Programming and Support, ECO and Process Improvement Implementation
Be prepared to support all schedule requirements through on-call or overtime requirements
Lead, participate and contribute to a team environment within the department and throughout the organization
Stay abreast of all state of the art, technical and equipment issues through training and self-development
Adhere to internal ethics, procedures and external regulations and laws
Support the Sustaining Engineering and Operations department's performance goals and objectives
Other related duties as assigned by supervisor
Education, Experience & License or Certification:
Bachelor's degree is required. 5-10 years functional experience may substitute
Associate's degree is required
Specific Degree Field Required: Technical Degree (engineering, electronics, etc.)
5-10 years of functional (using skill set) experience is required
1-3 years of industry experience is required
Training Pre-requisites (Within One Year of Taking Position): ESD
Safety Training, as dictated by Safety Department
Skills and Abilities:
Able to formulate resolution plans, solutions, and a concise, informational final report
Able to analyze technical data package for new programs with minimal supervision, to anticipate and prevent, where possible, production issues and risks
Able to participate in small teams for issue resolution
Able to troubleshoot complex issues with minimal supervision, and break them down into smaller, more simple tasks for the technicians to perform
Support programs in front of the customer, by professional appearance and demeanor
Able to provide presentations when necessary
Exhibit a willingness to stay abreast of all state of the art, technical and equipment issues through training and self-development
Familiarity with basic test equipment (i.e. oscilloscopes, voltmeters, signal generators, etc.)
Good Working knowledge of basic computer applications
Here Are Some of the Great Benefits We Offer:
Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off
Competitive compensation & 401(k) program to plan for your future
Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
Flexible Vacation & PTO
Paid Parental Leave
Generous Employee Referral Program
Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identity Theft, Pet Insurance, and more
Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees
This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not an employment contract. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Elbit America is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Worksite address
fort worth, TX, 76102, US
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