Independent Contractor Electronics Test Engineer Jobs in Ohio

About the Role

The Electronics Test Engineer is responsible for performing tasks associated with instrumentation and data acquisition during live fire testing at the facility. 

About GDLS

We Serve Those Who Protect What Matters.

At General Dynamics Land Systems, we build the combat vehicles and integrated technologies that give soldiers a decisive advantage. We design, engineer and sustain advanced tracked and wheeled systems paired with modern electronic architecture, AI-enabled capabilities and autonomy-ready technology.

From Abrams to LAV, Stryker to AJAX, robotic platforms to software solutions and beyond, our portfolio delivers proven performance for customers around the world.

That’s why Soldiers and Marines have trusted General Dynamics Land Systems products in the toughest conditions for decades. We deliver the power to win.  Every day, our global team looks beyond the horizon, solving problems before they become challenges.

Bring your talent. Bring your purpose. Let’s shape the future of General Dynamics Land Systems together.

Qualifications/Skills

• High School Diploma with technical school training in Electronics or Associates Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology
• Minimum of 5-7 years of relevant experience
• Experience with fundamental electronics and electrical installation, instrument calibration and maintenance procedures.  Familiar with a wide variety of instrumentation hardware and data acquisition systems
• Previous experience with ammunition handling, storage, and firing range operation is required

• Must be familiar and comfortable with testing in accordance with Military Specifications and Military Standards.

• Capable of reading mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and equipment specifications Efficient in troubleshooting
• Familiar with ATF regulations and documentation requirements.  Must be able to be approved as a Responsible Person.
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors during any time of year

• Must be flexible and able to multi-task in a high tempo operational environment

• Overtime and off-shift work may be required 
• Requires minimal supervision and capable of working independently with minimal errors
• Able to work and communicate effectively in a small team
• Must be US Citizen

Responsibilities of the role

• Responsible for all aspects of data collection and instrumentation of the mechanical and electrical components of a weapon system during a live fire test event.  Collect and analyze all test data and write data reports.
• Install, maintain and troubleshoot instrumentation sensors (i.e., pressure, strain gages, load cells, torque, displacement, velocity thermocouples, etc.) on test assets.   Maintain an equipment calibration program.
• Follow a Test Plan and ensure proper setup and calibration of transducers, amplifiers, data acquisition system, video cameras, velocity acquisition equipment, and the proper use of oscilloscopes, meters, oscillators, counters and power supplies.
• Design, cost and implement instrumentation installation plans to support test programs.   Provide input for proposals and future programs and provide support when necessary

• As necessary, support activities associated with regulatory compliance with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (BATF), Department of Defense (DoD), and Ohio Fire Marshal to include all explosive and ammunition logbooks, inventory , records, safe handling, etc.  Support coordination of range clearance and approval with Camp Perry.  Be listed as a responsible person on all site licenses. 

• Support general range site preparation and set-up for test operations to include fabrication of test targets and other tasks required per the test program
• Ensure readiness of the range facility to include maintenance of buildings, roads, and equipment.
• Operate various hand, bench and machine tools, as well as a skilled degree of safe operation with heavy equipment
• Follow all safety directives and work to maintain a safe working environment

What We Offer

• We offer a Total Rewards package that is Impactful and built for you
• Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending
• Competitive base pay and incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits
• 401k match up to (6%)
• Educational assistance
• 9-80 work schedule (This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off)
• On-going learning opportunities rewarding work environment
• (Sterling Heights Facility) Modern office, onsite cafeteria including Coffee Cafe, remodeled fitness center, and outdoor fitness track

Additional Information

• Availability to work outside regular business hours as needed to address critical issues.
• This position may require eligibility to obtain a US security clearance. (Non-US Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance). 

GDLS considers factors such as, scope/responsibilities of the position, candidate experience, education/training background, in addition to local market comparable and business considerations when extending an offer.