Mechanical Engineering Technician

Hollywood, MD

If you're ready for the challenge of working for a dynamic, multi-divisional corporation we have a career opportunity for an experienced and highly motivated Mechanical Engineering Technician to support our Mission Systems Division. We are looking for team members to work on a newly awarded high-profile project for a well-known international customer.

Our Mission Systems Division, located in Patuxent River, Maryland, supports DoD Rapid Prototyping and limited production of updates to military aircraft and ground systems with a focus on the Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance community. From design, prototyping, production, and support, DTB and its multiple industry partners provide full life cycle sustainment to these critical systems.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Execute fabrication, machining, and assembly tasks that range in complexity within a production environment.
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications to determine technical requirements.
• Provide input to senior technicians and engineers for manufacturing and design improvements where applicable.
• Assist with the design and development of various prototype electrical and mechanical systems.
• Build various small production batch structures and assemblies.
• Work with a high level of technical accuracy.
• Proficiently operate and maintain shop tools and equipment.
• Perform basic fabrication tasks with metal materials using CNC and manual tools such as shears, saws, drills, routers, and mills.
• Travel both CONUS and OCONUS to setup and break-down the mobile mission ground support equipment system as required.

In this role, you will need:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 3 years machining and fabrication experience.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Level Security Clearance is required.
• Electrical and electronic systems knowledge is a plus.
• Experience working with sheet metal, structural steel, stainless, and aluminum.
• MIG and/or TIG welding experience required, formal certifications a plus.
• CNC machining and programming experience required.
• Automotive or heavy truck maintenance experience a plus.
• Follow company safety protocols and maintain a clean work environment.
• Ability to work within a small, focused team addressing multiple simultaneous tasks.
• Ability to travel domestic and international is a plus. Travel is estimated at between 5% and 25% of a year. Trips will range from 2 days to 2 weeks in duration.
• U.S. Citizenship required.

In addition to competitive salary and comprehensive benefits featuring:

• Private medical, vision and dental insurance
• Profit sharing, 401K with Company Match
• Tuition reimbursement
• An atmosphere conducive to professional growth and family values
• CWS work schedule.

WILL YOU JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you think this full-time job is a fit for what you are looking for, applying is a snap apply now!

Dayton T. Brown, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected class.