Vibration Technician

Vibration Technician

* US Citizenship is required for this role *

If you're ready for the challenge of working for a dynamic organization, Dayton T. Brown, Inc. has a career opportunity available for an experienced and motivated Vibration Technician. This position is on-site at our Bohemia, NY location. Our three divisions, Engineering and Test, Technical Services, and Mission Systems, make DTB a diverse and interesting place to work.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Perform Vibration & Dynamics Tests

• Operate Electrodynamic Shaker, Hammer Shock & Centrifuge Test Facilities
• Interpret Test plans and Specifications
• Gather necessary support equipment for testing (Controllers, Accelerometers, Fixtures)
• Program Vibration profiles to run tests and record required data
• Have familiarity with test standards (MIL 810 etc.)
• Maintain logbook documentation throughout the course of testing including detailed notes about anomalies
• Communicate with Test Engineer about progress, test anomalies, and other issues

Support Customers

• Help customers locate and set up test equipment
• Help customers understand the type of testing being performed (when necessary)
• Supply customers with missing items (tools, hardware, etc.)
• Help customers navigate the lab and surrounding areas
• Keep a positive attitude under stress

Maintain & Repair Equipment

• Understand basic operation of equipment used (shakers, controllers, etc.)
• Troubleshoot/Identify problems with equipment
• Perform necessary repairs and maintenance

Required Qualifications:

• US Citizenship
  • Must be eligible to obtain a Government/Department of Defense Security Clearance
• High school diploma (or equivalent)
• Experience using Microsoft Office including Outlook, Excel, and Word
• Must have your own basic hand tools such as Allen keys, wrenches, sockets, etc.
  
• Must be hands-on with the ability to foresee potential problems and find solutions in a timely fashion
• Team player with the ability to work independently when needed
• Must follow written procedures
• Must keep work areas clean and organized
• Must be proactive and self-motivated

Preferred Qualifications:

• 0 - 5 years of experience in vibration and shock testing
• Ability to understand the different types of sensors and how to read the outputs of those sensors including, IEPE, Charge, Strain, and other sensors
  
• Data acquisition background
  
• Ability to understand the feedback system of shaker control and where potential issues may arise
  

Dayton T. Brown, Inc. offers:

• Competitive salaries
• Tuition Reimbursement at up to 100%
• Medical/Dental/Vision/FSA
• 401k with company match
• Profit Sharing
• Employee activities
• A family-friendly work culture
• Cash incentives and recognition awards

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.