Engineering Technician

Engineering Technician in East Hartford

Materials & Processes Engineering is seeking a highly motivated and skilled technician to join the Applied Mechanics Lab. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge aerospace engine components and contribute to the safety and durability of commercial and military engines.

Responsibilities

• Execute a variety of component test types including low and high cycle fatigue, spin testing, ballistic impact, static load, thermal cyclic, and load/strain calibrations.
• Develop custom or one-off builds for unique test applications.
• Assemble test rigs and prepare test frames.
• Install strain gages and thermocouples.
• Set up and operate data systems.
• Troubleshoot electronic and mechanical systems.
• Assist in fabrication processes.
• Ensure compliance with Environmental, Health, and Safety standards.
• Contribute to the development of advanced test techniques and processes.

Essential Skills

• AA/AS degree in an engineering or technical field.
• Knowledge of electronic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and general computer skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant laboratory, repair/overhaul shop, or mechanical testing experience.
• Basic PLC programming experience.
• Ability to read fabrication and installation prints, including GD&T.

Work Environment

The work environment is a dynamic lab setting, featuring offices, desks, workbenches, and separate testing rooms tailored to the intensity of the tests. The team consists of 20 individuals, including 10 engineers and 10 technicians, working collaboratively in an R&D setting focused on aerospace engine components. Expect to spend approximately 75% of your time in the lab and 25% at a desk updating data.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in EAST HARTFORD, CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 29, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.