Student, Test Engineering

Description

Position: Student, Test Engineering   

At General Dynamics Land Systems-Canada, we manufacture Light Armoured Vehicles in our on-site production facility.  Test Engineering works directly within Engineering to execute tests to validate internal and external customer design requirements.  We are looking for a student who is a good communicator and problem solver who is willing to learn new things while working in a team environment. This position will be onsite in London, ON. The successful candidate will need to be able to complete a 12 month term.  

Key Job Elements and Responsibilities   

• Assist in the setup and execution of component, sub-system and vehicle level tests Assist in the selection of appropriate instrumentation (transducers, data acquisition equipment, etc.) to satisfy test requirements
• Assemble and prepare instrumentation wiring
• Install and set up test instrumentation (transducers, wiring, data acquisition hardware, etc.) on test assets
• Operate data acquisition hardware and software during testing
• Manually record non-electronic data during testing
• Enhance test data quality through proper setup of test instrumentation (grounding, guarding, & shielding techniques; cable routing techniques, instrumentation calibrations & checks, etc.)
• Assist with test logs and files, etc. to support full and complete test documentation
• Remove test instrumentation and equipment from unit under test upon completion of testing
• Maintain instrumentation in working order
• Clean and repair instrumentation upon completion of testing
• Always conduct in-house and off-site testing activities safely in accordance with safe work practices
• Help maintain instrumentation inventory and calibration records, etc.

Required Qualifications:   

• Student in good standing and on track to achieving a University degree or College Diploma in relevant engineering disciplines
• Superior oral and written communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to travel (5% Cdn) and (5% US & International) and possess/be able to acquire and maintain a valid passport
• Must be able to meet Anthropometrical Size Requirements for confined space
• “Hands-on” experience in soldering techniques, cable and wire preparation, basic wiring and circuit techniques, small tool operation, etc.
• Familiarity with test equipment (oscilloscopes, multi-meters, etc)
• Able to read electrical/electronic schematic drawings
• Some familiarity and experience with MS Word and Excel
• Willing and able to work outdoors under less than ideal weather conditions and surroundings
• Willing and able to work extended work days including weekends when necessary
• Valid driver’s permit

Preferred Experience:   

• Introductory knowledge of transducers and data acquisition equipment
• Some knowledge and experience in test and measurements
• Familiarity with photo and video editing software and techniques
• Able to read hydraulic and pneumatic schematics and mechanical engineering drawings
• Demonstrated ability to manage and perform duties with minimal supervision
• Basic knowledge of setup and operation of transducers (accelerometers, pressure transducers, flowmeters, thermocouples, RTDs, Load cells, strain gauges, LVDTs, etc.) and data acquisition equipment