• 57197BR
• Company:
• General Atomics
• Job Summary:
• General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems.

GA-EMS' expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide. We have an exciting opportunity for a Test Technician to join our team in Tupelo! The Test Technician performs and/or assists in modification, fabrication, assembly, operations, installation, repair and maintenance of general laboratory, experimental or commercial equipment. Assists in set up and conducts semi-routine experiments and tests. Records and summarizes data.

• DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Under general supervision with limited review: + Fabricates, assembles, and installs simple laboratory and commercial equipment or experimental apparatus.

+ Operates lab and experimental equipment; collects and summarizes data.

+ Cleans, adjusts and replaces parts on lab and experimental equipment.

+ Sets up and checks out semi-routine experiments and tests according to pre-arranged procedures; records experimental data.

+ Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.

+ Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

+ Performs housekeeping and cleanup duties as required.

+ Other duties as assigned or required. We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

• Job ID#:
• 57197BR
• Job Category:
• Technicians
• Travel Percentage Required:
• 0% - 25%
• Full-Time/Part-Time:
• Full-Time Hourly
• State:
• Mississippi
• Pay Range Low:
• 40,500
• City:
• Tupelo
• Clearance Required?:
• No •

Pay Range High:

• 60,218
• Recruitment Posting Title:
• Test Technician
• Job Qualifications:
• + Typically requires high school diploma or equivalent with one or more years of experience.

+ Associate's degree in

Applied Sciences:

Electrical Technology highly desired.

+ Must be able to work with common hand tools and operate laboratory equipment.

+ Must have the capability to perform complex assignments with little or no direction.

+ Ability and willingness to work on systems which have unusual conditions such as high pressure, high voltage, high energy, cryogens, or radioactive materials.

+ Knowledge of computer operations and applications pertinent to the field required.

• US Citizenship Required?:
• Yes
• Experience Level:
• Entry-Level (0-2 years)
• Relocation Assistance Provided?:
• No •

Workstyle:

• OnsiteGeneral Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. In accordance with applicable federal law, General Atomics takes affirmative action to employ and advance the employment of qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions. To learn more, please review the EEOC's "

Know Your Rights:

Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" poster.