Mechanical Engineering Technician - Hollywood, MD

Mechanical Engineering Technician

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.

Required Qualifications:

• 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 a competitive salary, Dayton T. Brown, Inc. offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance, including:

• Competitive Salaries
• Tuition reimbursement at up to 100%
• Medical/Dental/Vision/FSA
• 401k with company matching
• Paid time off
• Group Life Insurance
• Cash incentives and recognition award programs
• Employee activities
• A family-friendly work culture
• CWS work schedule

Dayton T. Brown, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer - Veterans and Disabled.