Engineering Technician, Vacuum/cryogenic Systems

Anduril Anduril · Defense · Hudson, NH · Manufacturing : Imaging Production

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company focused on transforming military capabilities with advanced technology. This role is for an Engineering Technician responsible for the operation and maintenance of specialized vacuum and cryogenic systems for IDCA production, ensuring quality and efficiency. Responsibilities include executing vacuum and cryogenic processing, monitoring and troubleshooting systems using RGA instrumentation, maintaining equipment and cleanroom environments, and documenting processes and data. Requires an Associate's degree or equivalent experience, with hands-on experience in vacuum systems, RGAs, and precision work. Must be a U.S. Person.

What you'd actually do

  1. Execute Vacuum & Cryogenic Processing: Meticulously load dewars onto vacuum pumps, perform precise LN2 boil-off procedures, track pump cycle progress, and conduct daily gas collection and evaluation.
  2. Monitor & Troubleshoot Systems: Utilize Residual Gas Analyzer (RGA) instrumentation to monitor pump cycles, proactively screening for irregularities and performing effective debugging to ensure process integrity.
  3. Maintain Equipment & Cleanroom: Conduct regular maintenance on vacuum pump systems, perform dewar leak checks, and ensure the cleanliness, organization, and proper stocking of materials, including LN2, within the lab and cleanroom environments.
  4. Document Processes & Data: Accurately create and maintain IDCA documentation, including travelers and detailed data entry, adhering strictly to established procedures.

Skills

Required

  • Associate's degree in a technical field or equivalent practical experience
  • 5-10 years of hands-on experience in a similar manufacturing or process environment
  • Demonstrated expertise in operating and troubleshooting high vacuum systems, leak checkers, and Residual Gas Analyzers (RGAs)
  • Excellent fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination for precision work
  • Proficiency in using hand tools and various mechanical/electrical measurement equipment
  • Ability to read mechanical assembly drawings and rudimentary schematics
  • Strong adherence to established procedures
  • Keen attention to detail
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel)
  • Must be a U.S. Person

Nice to have

  • Experience in the infrared technical area

What the JD emphasized

  • Meticulously load dewars onto vacuum pumps
  • perform precise LN2 boil-off procedures
  • Utilize Residual Gas Analyzer (RGA) instrumentation
  • performing effective debugging
  • Ensure the cleanliness, organization, and proper stocking of materials
  • adhering strictly to established procedures
  • Must be a U.S. Person