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What they do
A Research Technician provides technical support to a research program or project. Responsibilities typically include preparing laboratory materials, operating scientific equipment, performing experiments, collecting and recording data, and ensuring compliance with laboratory safety standards. Works in a variety of fields within science or the social sciences, in programs based at a university or research institution, or works on government or industry sponsored research projects. Conducts field or library research or recruits participants for a study; may also assist with legal research. These roles typically have training in laboratory techniques and may hold relevant degrees or certifications to applicable fields.
$48,946 / year median in Arkansas
Job Description
R D Eng Tech Lead
at General Dynamics-OTS, Inc in Hampton, Arkansas, United States
Job Description
R D Eng Tech Lead
Job Locations
US-AR-Hampton
Requisition
ID 2026-36415
Position Type Full Time Position Classification On-Site Job Function Engineering
Company Overview
General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems around the world. OTS empowers the U.S. military and its allies with an extensive range of overarching product segments applied across all levels of strategic and tactical operations, providing a cutting-edge advantage to our warfighters.
Our Ethos of Honesty, Trust, Transparency, and Alignment, are the guiding principles that form the foundation of everything we do. Integrity is paramount, innovation fuels our passion, customer satisfaction is at the core of our mission, and collaboration is key to our success - fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual respect among employees, partners, and stakeholders.
Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits that include career development and recognition programs.
If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!
Job Summary
Initiates the design, development, execution and implementation of technology research projects. Investigates the feasibility of applying scientific principles and concepts to potential inventions and products. Plans and executes applied research.
Impact of the Role
General Profile
Requires full proficiency in a range of technical processes or procedures through job-related training and considerable on-the-job experience
Completes a variety of atypical assignments
Works within defined technical processes and procedures or methodologies and may help determine the appropriate approach for new assignments
Works with a limited degree of supervision, with oversight focused only on complex new assignments
Acts as an informal resource for colleagues with less experience
Performs manual tasks according to established procedures
Essential Functions
Assist Research Engineers in conducting experiments and research.
Participates as a research team member in development or research projects.
Conducts experiments using appropriate research and laboratory equipment.
Identifies and labels samples meant for storage, stores in appropriate locations.
Records results from tests and experiments according to laboratory procedure.
Reports unusual or unexpected results to head scientist or engineer.
Maintains and cleans testing equipment in the laboratory.
Replaces equipment components that are worn or damaged.
Maintains laboratory inventory, requesting and replacing worn, damaged, or empty items.
Assists with the development of project goals and financial parameters for specific work assignments.
Required Qualifications
Required education and experience: Vocational/Technical Training Degree and 5-7 years' experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred education and experience: Associate's Degree
Discipline/Major:
Technical training preferred
Knowledge, skills & abilities: Technical expertise. Ability to understand and follow directions. Product research. Quantitative research. Research and development. Research documentation. Oral and written communication skills.
Physical Requirements
Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.
Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.
May be requested to work a different shift.
Must be willing to work outside normal business hours as required.
This position is Safety-Sensitive.
Travel Requirements
No or very little travel likely.
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The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.
General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled
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Benefits
- Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance