Technical Communicator jobs in Garden Grove, CA

WHY ELEMENT U.S. SPACE & DEFENSE? We make an Impact on the World!  We are a purposeful organization that test products the world can trust, making tomorrow safer than today. Our work is critical to industries such as aerospace, defense, space, telecom, automotive and to national security, space exploration, and the next generation of technology-driven products.

Position Summary
Act as an SME (subject matter expert) on running all EMI tests. EMI: Electromagnetic Interference tests/measurements of electronic and electro-mechanical equipment and subsystems using standard and precision measurement instrumentation.

Responsibilities
•    Test Design - Provides SME support to Engineers to help design test procedures and specifications
•    Perform Testing - Monitor tests per specifications, interact with customers if needed, troubleshoot, and document all pertinent data. Often mentors less experienced Technicians in the process
•    Data Processing - After test completion, verify, review and document all pertinent data. Finalize data and send to the Program Manager
•    Lab Maintenance / Post-Test Breakdown - Physically remove test items. Maintain lab by cleaning all equipment, keeping calibrated instruments current, & organizing supplies
•    Other - Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements:
•    Acts independently to determine methods and procedures on new assignments. Often acts as a facilitator and team leader
•    Consistently works on complex assignments requiring independent action and a high degree of initiative to resolve issues. Makes recommendations for new procedures
•    Regular interaction with clients
•    Able to troubleshoot and rework complex tests
•    Highly advanced interpretation and analysis of test results; regularly called upon to provide input on test results
•    As a highly skilled specialist, contributes to the development of concepts and techniques. Highly advanced understanding of complex concepts in DMM, Oscope, power supplies; understanding of RF measurement techniques and the use of various RF measurement instruments (specifically Spectrum Analyzers, EMI Receivers, Network Analyzers, EMI receivers, Power Meters); advanced knowledge of all potential aspects of safety
•    Able to use all standard and complex EMI equipment; able to accurately capture necessary data; able to use TILE (Total Integrated Laboratory Environment) test software; able to construct AC/DC circuits; basic MS Office skills; strong mathematical skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Minimum Requirements
•    HS Diploma or GED. Technical Certification, AA or AS in Electronics/Electrical strongly preferred
•    10 Years

Our Culture

Given the importance of the work we do, we hold ourselves to a higher standard. As a result, the ELEMENT U.S. SPACE & DEFENSE environment is one where people are committed to excellence and working together to accomplish common goals. Our culture is defined by trust, valuing our employees, respect for each other, unity as a team, quality customer service, and training and development of our team for ongoing success. Our goal is to foster an environment where our employees are motivated to break barriers and conceptualize ideas that support our customers’ goals of getting their products ready to deliver to market. We recognize hard work, and we reward performance!

Benefits

At ELEMENT U.S. SPACE & DEFENSE, you get a great benefits package with the time off you need to feel refreshed. The benefits, along with a highly competitive salary, are offered to provide protection and security to you and, where applicable, your dependents. Benefits include the following:

• Paid Holidays - 11
• PTO - 17.5 days
• Paid Volunteer Time Off (PVTO)
• Medical, Dental &Vision
• 401K
• Life/AD&D
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Legal Shield/Identity Theft
• Pet Insurance

Diversity Statement

We always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our business.

All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work-related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws. 
 Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

Working Conditions
 Test lab with exposure to sudden, loud noises
  
 Physical Requirements
 While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; climb stairs; balance; stoop; kneel; crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
  
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