Senior Prototype Systems Engineer

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mission support test servicesCalifornia (MO)

Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)

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About the role

Mission Support and Test Services (MSTS) is seeking a Principal Technologist at the Special Technologies Laboratory in Santa Barbara, CA. This role blends hands-on mechanical and electrical work with problem-solving to develop and deploy advanced prototype systems for fast-paced R&D projects. You will collaborate with scientists and engineers, build and test one-of-a-kind systems, and adapt to evolving requirements while contributing to iterative design improvements and novel fabrication

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