Detective Technician

Job description

The Detective Technician is responsible for building special radiation detector systems and supporting all phases of Detective manufacturing and service. This role involves assembly, testing, troubleshooting, equipment operation, and maintenance while working with intricate and fragile components.

Key Responsibilities

System Assembly & Production Support Clean, stage, and assemble parts for Detective systems. Handle and load germanium (Ge) crystals into Detective systems. Perform soldering and/or brazing of components. Provide support across all phases of Detective manufacturing and service as required. Equipment Operation & Maintenance Operate helium leak detectors and other vacuum equipment. Perform cleaning and maintenance of vacuum equipment.

Clean and maintain laboratory equipment used in the manufacturing process. Testing & Quality Control Perform quality control testing to evaluate the performance of Detective systems. Verify system performance and ensure products meet established requirements. Troubleshooting Troubleshoot Detective systems when performance does not meet expectations. Assist in identifying and resolving issues affecting system functionality and performance.

Requirements

Education Associate’s Degree required.

Technical Qualifications

Intermediate-level experience using oscilloscopes, voltmeters, and other test and measurement equipment. Knowledge and experience using computers. Experience with proper soldering practices. Good knowledge of and experience using Microsoft Office applications and computer data entry systems.

Skills & Abilities

Ability to work with minimal supervision. Demonstrated ability to work with intricate and fragile components. Strong attention to detail and a meticulous approach to work. About the Business Unit Advanced Measurement Technology (AMT), part of AMETEK’s Materials Analysis Division, is a global leader in high-precision measurement and detection solutions. Headquartered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, AMT designs and manufactures advanced instrumentation for nuclear spectrometry, radiological measurement, electrochemical analysis, and electronic signal recovery.

Our technologies enable customers in research, defense, homeland security, and industrial markets to solve their most complex challenges with accuracy and reliability. AMT combines renowned brands such as ORTEC, Amptek, and Sunpower, delivering differentiated solutions for applications ranging from radiation detection and semiconductor analysis to cryogenic cooling systems. As a cleared defense contractor, AMT also supports U.S. government programs with custom products and services.

With a strong culture of innovation and operational excellence, AMT continues to expand globally, leveraging decades of expertise to drive advancements in safety, security, and scientific discovery.

Visit us online

www.ametek.com www.ortec-online.com www.sunpowerinc.com www.ameteksi.com www.ortec-online.com/innoriid www.amptek.com