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Engineering Technician II Astrion - 3.2 Redstone Arsenal, AL Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Qualifications Compliance with security regulations Full Job Description Engineering Technician

II LOCATION

Huntsville, AL

JOB STATUS

Full-time

CLEARANCE

Secret TRAVEL:

As Needed Astrion has an exciting opportunity for an Engineering Technician II located at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, AL . Astrion has worked extensively with Redstone Arsenal where it has earned a reputation for on-time delivery of high-quality products tailored to the needs of its clients.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

Security and Access Requirements Active Secret security clearance required. Must be able to maintain all required installation, safety, and operational access credentials. Candidates must meet one of the following minimum qualification paths: 3 years of applicable experience supporting engineering or testing of hardware in the appropriate area of specialization; or 2 years of applicable college, vocational, military, or technical school and 1 year of applicable experience in the assigned specialty area.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

Experience supporting dynamic testing in laboratory, shop, or field environments. Experience with mechanical test setup, hydraulic systems, shock and drop testing, pendulum-impact testing, or acoustic test equipment. Experience setting up and maintaining structural fixtures, test platforms, and recurring qualification or lot-test configurations. Experience supporting testing of live munitions, aviation systems, missile systems, or related military hardware. Experience operating military vehicles, support equipment, forklifts, cranes, or material-handling equipment in support of test operations. Experience working in a technical environment with strong safety, quality, and procedural compliance requirements. Ability to learn recurring test configurations and perform assigned work with limited supervision over time. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Basic knowledge of dynamic test support operations and mechanical test setup practices. Ability to perform mechanical assembly, setup, adjustment, and teardown of test hardware and fixtures. Ability to inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain test equipment and related support systems with guidance as needed. Ability to read and follow engineering drawings, procedures, technical instructions, and test documentation. Ability to work safely around hazardous test articles, explosive items, heavy equipment, hydraulic systems, and energized mechanical systems, as applicable. Ability to communicate effectively with engineers, technicians, and quality personnel. Ability to prioritize tasks and support multiple activities in a team environment. Work Environment and Physical Requirements Work is performed in laboratory, shop, and field-test environments at Redstone Arsenal. Position may require prolonged standing, climbing, lifting, bending, carrying, and working around noise, vibration, suspended loads, moving equipment, weather, and hazardous materials. Position may require overtime, shift work, outdoor support, and schedule flexibility during test execution periods.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Engineering Technician

II - ECD

Dynamics Lab provides technical support for dynamic test planning, setup, execution, maintenance, teardown, and troubleshooting in support of RTES test operations. This position supports engineering and test activities involving live munitions, aviation systems, missile systems, subsystems, test fixtures, and associated support equipment. The technician works under general supervision and is expected to assist with mechanical and dynamic test setups, support recurring and non-recurring test configurations, and help ensure safe, accurate, and timely test execution in laboratory and field environments. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Support dynamic testing of live munitions, aviation systems, missile systems, and associated subsystems in the TA-2 Dynamics Lab. Assist with mechanical test setups using dynamic test equipment such as electrodynamic shakers, hydraulic systems, pendulum-impact equipment, drop and shock systems, acoustic-test equipment, and field-test configurations. Support setup, modification, maintenance, and teardown of structural test fixtures and recurring qualification and lot-test configurations. Assist with test article installation, alignment, securing, and hardware integration for dynamic and structural testing events. Perform routine troubleshooting, inspection, and maintenance of test-support equipment under engineering or senior technician guidance. Support pre-test, live-test, and post-test operations, including inspections, maintenance actions, and recovery tasks. Follow technical procedures, setup instructions, engineering drawings, and test documentation to accomplish assigned tasks. Document maintenance actions, setup discrepancies, hardware issues, and test-support observations. Ensure compliance with site safety, explosive safety, and equipment-handling procedures during all lab and field operations. Coordinate with engineers, quality-control personnel, test directors, and other technicians to meet schedule and mission requirements. Support lab readiness, housekeeping, accountability, and safe equipment operation.