Test Engineer - Crossroads

ABOUT EAGLEPICHER

EaglePicher Technologies is driving the electrification of defense, aviation and space. We provide the broadest range of battery systems in the world for the most demanding applications. We develop leading-edge products that make drones fly higher, undersea vessels run longer, aircraft fly farther, rockets launch safely and satellites operate longer. With our cutting-edge research and manufacturing, we continue to set new standards in the industry. For 100 years, we have provided mission-critical power solutions to the defense, aviation and space markets. EaglePicher’s batteries power more than 85 percent of U.S. missile and munition programs and are a key component of the U.S. space program, powering the Mars Rovers and the next crewed mission to the moon. EaglePicher provides custom battery assemblies, battery management systems, pyrotechnic devices and other power solutions.

Our employees are passionate, dedicated and empowered to realize our vision.  We strive for the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds personalities and perspectives, and to ensure this works, we create an inclusive work environment that places a premium on communication and collaboration.  At EaglePicher, we will give you the opportunity to harness all that is within you with access to the latest tools, information and training.

EaglePicher is headquartered in St. Louis, MO with manufacturing and research and development facilities in Joplin, MO, Seneca, MO, Pittsburg, KS, East Greenwich, RI and in Southbridge, MA.

For more information visit www.eaglepicher.com

ABOUT THE POSITION

The primary purpose of this position is to upgrade the technical knowledge and background needed for the day to day rigors of preforming dynamic and electrical testing on various cell and battery systems.  The successful applicant will be responsible for technical oversight of testing, standardization of tooling and testing processes, upgrade of testing equipment where necessary and practical, error proofing the lab process, trouble-shooting test anomalies, and overall lab flow.

The Test Engineer position will support Quality functions for Joplin test facilities in all areas of Quality represented by EaglePicher for AS9100, ISO2001 and ISO13485.  This position will be responsible for equipment used to test cells and batteries for Space, Aircraft, Medical, and R&D, and other testing at several facilities.  The person will be responsible for design, manufacturing, maintenance, verification of test equipment, and supporting production test equipment layout for existing and new product lines and reviewing data for same.  In addition, the person will be responsible to develop problem resolutions of non-compliances related to hardware and operators.  The position will work with minimum supervision within company policies and procedures.

• Determine the best method of achieving the highest test coverage using different test processes.
• Interpret test specifications and execute test procedures to satisfy program test verification objectives.
• Plan, direct, review, and coordinate project documentation to ensure customer, contract, and company requirements are met.
• Work integrally with electrical hardware and dynamic test equipment and Environmental Test Lab staff to communicate technical ideas for accomplishing environmental testing involving vibration, shock, altitude, acceleration and temperature/humidity testing.
• Read, understand, and follow detailed instructions that involve multiple steps of complex equipment and maintain documentation of same.
• Modify and verify alignment of programs and software documentation (i.e. procedure files) with product specifications and test requirements.
• Organize and maintain the workflow in the assigned area to ensure effective use of resources.
• Coordinate with Customer and Government representatives to support their testing requirements.
• Participate in the resolution of hardware problems or process non-compliances working with supervisors of Quality, Engineering and Production.
• Design, build, and maintain test equipment and ensure equipment is capable of performing required tests prior to testing customer hardware.
• Review test data to determine out of specification anomalies or failures.
• Support other Quality and Lab functions related to testing as required to maintain production schedules.
• Use Six Sigma and 5S methods to improve or recommend test facility layout and process flow.

• U.S. Persons.
• Bacheelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or technology related field. Equivalent experience accepted in lieu of formal education.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate with test labs, production supervisors, program managers and customer representatives to support the timing and accuracy of all testing activities.
• Moderate experience in a similar role preferred.
• A strong practical electrical and/or mechanical background preferred

PERKS OF BEING AN EAGLEPICHER EMPLOYEE

Some of the great things about being an EaglePicher employee include:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance;
• 10 paid holidays and PTO;
• Matching 401K;
• Tuition reimbursement;
• Dependent scholarship programs.

EaglePicher Technologies LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.