Technician (Electro-Mechanical)

MIT Lincoln Laboratory
tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Massachusetts, Lexington
244 Wood Street (Show on map)
Nov 15, 2024
Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: JOIN OUR TALENT NETWORK Technician (Electro-Mechanical) Apply now Date: Nov 15, 2024 Location: Lexington, MA, US Company: MIT Lincoln Laboratory The Long-Range and Strategic Communications Group develops new system concepts and techniques to support the US Government's most critical communications needs. The Group specializes in RF communications in multi-domain applications (ground, sea, air, and space) for global assured connectivity in the presence of adversary interference and interception threats. The Group leverages its expertise in communications system analysis, digital signal processing, RF technology, rapid prototyping, and field experimentation to research, develop, characterize, and demonstrate new capabilities. Job Description: An individual who assists in laboratory or research work and operates experimental and technical equipment under the supervision of scientific personnel or technicians of higher grade. Must be able to work for periods of time without supervision. Typical tasks will include but not be limited to: (1) Fabrication and assembly of electronic hardware from electronic schematics. This may include populating printed circuit boards with components or wiring a component-level RF assembly with multiconductor and RF cables. (2) Mechanical assembly of RF systems based on mechanical drawings. This may include mounting/bracketing devices, drilling/tapping when appropriate, installation of equipment into racks, and electrical testing once complete. (3) Management of parts for the technical builds including ordering, storage, inventory management, fabrication needs, and documentation. Eagerness to learn highly technical equipment, procedures, and techniques. Some light-to-moderate chassis and equipment lifting up to a maximum of 60 pounds and occasional travel to field sites. Must work well in a team environment and adjust to rapidly changing needs/requirements. Requirements: Graduation from a two year day technical school or its equivalent in applicable experience is the minimum experience requirement. At MIT Lincoln Laboratory, our exceptional career opportunities include many outstanding benefits to help you stay healthy, feel supported, and enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance. Benefits offered to employees include: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans MIT-funded pension Matching 401K Paid leave (including vacation, sick, parental, military, etc.) Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs Mentorship programs A range of work-life balance options ... and much more! Please visit our Benefits page for more information. As an employee of MIT, you can also take advantage ofother voluntary benefits, discounts and perks. Selected candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level DoD security clearance. MIT Lincoln Laboratory is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or genetic information; U.S. citizenship is required. Requisition ID: 41649 Nearest Major Market: Boston Job Segment: Security Clearance, Systems Analyst, Laboratory, RF, DoD, Government, Technology, Science Apply now Find similar jobs: Communication Systems