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Engineering Tech I - Military Flight Controls Division

Location : IRVINE, CA, United States

Job Family : Engineering

Job Type : Regular

Posted : Oct 8, 2025

Job ID : 60224

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Parker Hannifinis a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies. For more than a century, the company has been enabling engineering breakthroughs that lead to a better tomorrow.

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker’s goal of addressing the world’s most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.

Military Flight Controls Division Supporting aircraft worldwide, Parker Aerospace’s Military Flight Controls Division (MFCD) provides primary and secondary flight control systems that make flight possible. Tested, proven and trusted in commercial and military applications for decades, MFCD provides precise position-control actuation solutions for military aircraft across the United States and with foreign partners. The division’s JetPipe® electrohydraulic servovalve (EHSV) technology is used across commercial and military aircraft around the world. Headquartered in Irvine, California, the Military Flight Controls Division is the global leader in fly-by-wire flight control systems and electrohydraulic products and offers the world's most advanced motor design capabilities for flight controls.

POSITION SUMMARY:

With general supervision, responsible for any combination of engineering technical duties which require a high degree of accuracy in one or more of the following functions: Materials & Processes, Dynamics, Electronic, Mechanical, Calibration and Customer Support.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

MATERIALS & PROCESSES

Operate most laboratory equipment including: rockwell hardness, micro hardness, tensile testing, emission spectroscopy, contamination, metallurgical preparation, etc. Utilize precision gauging equipment, micrometers, dial indicators, surface plate, microscopes. Prepare test reports based on specification requirements. Demonstrate a working knowledge of materials & processes specifications.

DYNAMICS

Devise, set‐up, and operate digital sine/random, shock test equipment including: accelerometer hook ups, centrifuge, oscilloscopes, hookups, oscillographs and x‐y plotters. Perform post test disassembly and assist in analysis. Interpret comprehensive data and prepare accurate activity reports on which decisions will be based. Demonstrate a working knowledge of Mil‐Std‐81O with respect to dynamic testing, and knowledge of environmental testing of fuel, hydraulic, and pneumatic component parts.

ELECTRONIC

Devise, improvise, and trouble shoot electronic circuits and instrumentation set‐ups. Perform testing of electronic circuits using standard and specialized electronic test equipment following verbal or written instructions. Demonstrate a working knowledge of electronic principles, data acquisition computers, process control systems, micro processor applications, and automatic test equipment.

MECHANICAL

Assemble component parts based on assembly drawings. Devise or improvise, set‐up and trouble shoot experimental or limited run assembly and/or test activities based on test documents, oral and/or written instructions. Perform post test disassembly and assist in analysis. Interpret comprehensive data and prepare accurate activity reports on which decisions will be based. Utilize specialized lab test equipment including: recording oscillographs, oscilloscopes, flow measuring equipment and computerized test equipment where applicable. Demonstrate a working knowledge of fluid power systems and cryogenic materials.

CALIBRATION

Performs calibration on various types of semi‐complex electronic measuring and test equipment (M&TE). Demonstrates ability to proficiently set‐up calibration test conditions interpreting calibration procedures, engineering specifications, schematics, or related documents. Documents and evaluates historical data to determine calibration intervals. Diagnoses and develops calibration procedures. Demonstrates general knowledge of electronic principles and calibration requirements per National and International Standards.

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

Performs maintenance and inspection on a variety of hydraulic, pneumatic, fuel, and/or electronic products and systems. Assists with investigations into customer reports of technical product or service problems. May provide on‐site technical assistance to repair, replace or take other corrective action; may perform rework or inspection of Parker's fielded hardware. Maintains and analyzes detailed performance and maintenance service records. May instruct customers on the operation and proper use and maintenance of equipment and ensures accuracy of work instructions and service handbooks and bulletins. Facilitates coordination with OEM divisions to complete corrective actions.

ALL SPECIALTIES:

Utilize hand and power tools.

Maintain up‐to‐date qualification data and daily log books on each project.

Interface with employees from other functional areas i.e. design engineering, process manufacturing, quality control and vendors.

Assist less experienced personnel.

Perform other related responsibilities

The essential functions have been provided as examples of the type of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The Company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions. The job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Four years related experience, related trade or military training, or demonstrated ability to perform described responsibilities.

Demonstrated ability to read engineering drawings, sketches, schematics and procedures.

Basic PC and electronic console skills where applicable.

Ability to perform mathematical calculations.

Personal hand tools may be required.

May be required to lift up to 5O lbs.

Must demonstrate effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.

Ability to work effectively with others and be a participative team player

COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION

+ Pay Range: $24.73/Hour to $41.22/Hour

+ Participation in Annual Incentive Program

BENEFIT AND RETIREMENT PLANS

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

+ Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.

+ 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay

+ Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay

+ Career development and tuition reimbursement

+ Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.

+ Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.

+ Paid Time Off and 13 Company-Paid Holidays.

DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE

In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.  However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

(“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”)

If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to  Employees & Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (https://www.eeoc.gov/employees-job-applicants)

Competitive Compensation

+ Pay Range: $24.73/hr to $41.22/hr

+ Participation in Annual Incentive Program

Benefit & Retirement Plans

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

+ Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.

+ 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.

+ Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.

+ Career development and tuition reimbursement.

+ Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.

+ Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.

+ Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

(“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”)

If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Employees & Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (https://www.eeoc.gov/employees-job-applicants)