Drive and road-test tracked and wheeled vehicles under a variety of conditions, including adverse road conditions, various load scenarios, and inclement weather at multiple test and field sites.
Perform below-the-hook lifting and rigging operations in accordance with industry standards and safety guidelines.
Remove, disassemble, repair, modify, assemble, adapt, adjust, and reinstall vehicle components and systems, including engines, transmissions, suspension, electrical systems, automotive structures, fire control, and test equipment.
Fabricate and assemble experimental/prototype parts, test fixtures, and tools from engineering drawings, blueprints, or sketches.
Fabricate electrical harnesses, wires, and test panels for experimental, prototype, and production vehicles.
Recommend changes to drawings or sketches during the fabrication process.
Utilize hand, bench, and machine tools, as well as welding equipment.
Perform and support highly skilled mechanical and testing functions with limited supervision.
Follow all safety directives and contribute to maintaining a safe working environment.
Qualifications Sought:
Ability to work overtime, and 2nd or 3rd shift as needed.
Ability to travel domestically and internationally for periods of up to 30 days or more (occasional/extended).
Must meet Anthropometric Size Requirements (ASR) for vehicle entry and operation.
Must be able to comply with all Health & Safety requirements (Respirator, Eye Exam, Hearing Conservation).
Must meet physical qualifications to perform duties.
Must have a valid Michigan Driver’s License.
Must be able to obtain Abrams and Stryker driver licenses.
Must be willing and able to work in a team-based environment.
Ability to use a variety of tools and equipment.
Must be able to obtain crane, forklift, powered industrial vehicle, and other necessary safety training and licenses.
Desired (Not Required) Experience:
Welding experience and/or welding certifications.
Sheet metal fabrication skills and the ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
Electrical harness fabrication and electrical panel assembly experience.
Previous experience operating military vehicles, heavy equipment, and/or vehicles equipped with cranes and/or welding equipment.
Experience with overhead crane operations, including below-the-hook lifting and rigging of large and heavy components (e.g., vehicle hulls, turrets).