Dynamics Test Engineer (56534)

Applied Technical Services, LLC, is a leading provider of critical testing, inspection, certification, and compliance services. The company serves clients across a diverse set of large and stable end markets including manufacturing, power generation, aerospace, medical, and defense. ATS was founded in 1967 and is headquartered in Marietta, GA. Today the Company employs nearly 2,100 team members in over 95 locations across the United States.

Position Summary

The primary responsibilities of the Mechanical Test Engineer are conducting analysis on materials using a variety of methodologies and may examine a material property by using various techniques including optical and destructive testing techniques.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct Vibration/Shock Tests:

  • Understand and perform a variety of Vibration/Shock tests on materials, components, and finished products according to established testing procedures and client procedures.

  • Understand and at times utilize test equipment such as thermal chambers, altitude chambers, and other specialized equipment

• Record and Analyze Data:

  • Accurately record test data, observations, and results in detailed reports.

  • Troubleshoot and address any issues with testing equipment and data to maintain accuracy and reliability.

• Compliance with standards:

  • Ensure that all testing activities comply with industry standards, ATS’ Procedures, and safety guidelines.

• Collaboration:

  • Work closely with cross-functional teams, including metallurgy, chemistry, environmental, machine shop, QC, to support client needs.

• Project Manage

  • Oversee project and work with clients to meet critical deadlines.

• Other duties as assigned.

Required Education/Experience:

• B. S. in Mechanical Engineering

• 0-2 years’ experience in a testing laboratory environment

Necessary Skills:

• Coursework in Dynamics

• Hands-on, practical mindset

• Math and science skills

• Problem-solving skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong organizational skills

• Working knowledge of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), maintain Lab ISO and process Safety procedures.

Physical Requirements:
The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to ensure individuals with disabilities perform the essential functions.

• Work is performed mostly in a lab setting. While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift objects up to 55 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

ITAR

U.S. Persons Only: A requirement of this position is access to information that is subject to U.S. export controls under the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Accordingly, the company will consider only U.S. Persons for this position. A U.S. Person includes (a) U.S. citizens or nationals; (b) U.S. lawful permanent residents (i.e., green card holders); (c) persons granted refugee status; or (d) persons granted asylum in the United States. This information is collected solely for purposes of complying with U.S. export control requirements and will not be used to unlawfully discriminate in the hiring process.

EOE/AA/M/F/Vet/Disability

Applied Technical Services is an equal opportunity employer where employment is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination due to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as established by law.