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Environmental Test Technician

Draper Labs
United States, Massachusetts, Cambridge
555 Technology Square (Show on map)
Apr 02, 2025
Overview: Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com. Job Description Summary: This position requires an environmental test technician to support a wide variety of environmental testing in a dynamic laboratory. Candidate will require expert knowledge to assist and operate, maintain, and troubleshooting facility equipment. The candidate will be responsible for coordinating and implementing technical documentation (calibration, preventive maintenance, drawings, and procedures). The candidate will be responsible for picking up and delivering test equipment, data, office supplies, and custodial supplies as needed. The ability to work and succeed within a process-oriented setting is critical, as is the ability to thoroughly document and communicate one's work. Candidate will primarily support environmental test work in Bedford, MA but may occasionally be required to support testing in Cambridge, MA. Occasional support on evenings and weekends will be needed. Job Description: Duties/Responsibilities * Performs cleaning, maintenance, and or calibration of laboratory and equipment with limited supervision. * Operates complex equipment in the production of hardware using complex manual skills with training and limited supervision.. * Documents their work consistent with work unit policy with limited supervision. * Performs focused training to enable progression into higher skilled positions at the discretion of the supervisor. * Other temporary assignments at the discretion of the supervisor. Skills/Abilities * Able to communicate written and verbally. * Able to use Microsoft office applications. * Able to perform manual labor and operate automated and semi-automated equipment. Education Graduate from a 2 year technical school or applicable years of experience. Experience Either two years of applicable technical education and two years of applicable experience or four years of applicable experience meets the minimum requirement. Additional Job Description: Experience supporting electro-mechanical systems and complex integration and test activities with 2+ years of experience. Must be experienced and skilled in the use of hand and power tools. Must possess strength, stamina, and dexterity to perform strenuous assignments at times. Must have excellent communication and collaborative skills, organized, detailed oriented, and dedicated to following and complying with procedures including: Military & Aerospace compliance standards. Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs is required. Experience with test and data acquisition software is strongly preferred. Must be a high school graduate or equivalent. Graduate from technical school in relevant field is strongly preferred. *Clearance Required:* Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a US Security Clearance. Current in-scope Secret Clearance is Required. Connect With Draper for Future Opportunities! If you don't find the right posting in our Career Opportunities, you may submit your resume for future consideration. Job Location - City: Concord Job Location - State: Massachusetts Job Location - Postal Code: 01742 Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you, apply now www.draper.com/careers. Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact hr@draper.com.