Engineering Technician Senior (2060)

Test Electronics

• Apply Technical Orders (TO) and ATE self-test programs to systematically identify/repair ATE failures.
• Perform technical research necessary to define solutions for modernization or replacement of aging or obsolete equipment.
• Plan, design, and fabricate test equipment to be used in initial testing of electronic systems and equipment.

Hybrid Electronics

• Manufacture and repair hybrid microelectronics and perform various semi-automated and manual diagnostic testing on hybrid microcircuits.

Electrical

• Provide technical advice and guidance to customer management and interested parties.
• Assist with the design and fabrication of electrical assemblies to be used in electrical power applications for production and administrative systems and equipment.
• Research specifications and electrical component requirements to supplement acquisition activities for modernization, repair, and/or replacement of aging or obsolete equipment, distribution, and power systems.
• Accurately read schematics, troubleshoot electrical circuits, and repair electrical distribution circuits.
• Interface with, and provide guidance to, safety officials on electrical safety issues.
• Troubleshoot multi-voltage, multi-frequency (480/277V, 208/120V,199/115V, 400Hz, 28 VDC) electrical distribution systems and prepare and maintain facility electrical documentation in AutoCAD and prepare design drawings.
• Determine design requirements in support of facility construction projects, provide feedback on design drawings, and provide oversight of electrical construction projects.

Mechanical Engineering Technical Services.

• Perform broad assignments requiring schedule/cost planning, project execution, and reporting.
• Work in conjunction with government engineers and higher-level technicians in the design of fabrication of mechanical assemblies.
• Research specifications and mechanical component requirements to supplement acquisition activities for modernization and/or replacement of aging or obsolete equipment or components.
• Perform in-depth technical analysis to resolve issues pertaining to mechanical problems on specified weapons systems.
• Set up and operate equipment used in the fabrication of jigs, fixtures, and other
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• Accurately read, interpret, and produce engineering drawings.
• Work in conjunction with the customer and associated energy conservation programs, developing reports, implementing conservation programs, and providing energy cost-saving proposals.
• Provide recommendations for the repair of Utility Infrastructure equipment and control systems.
• Work with engineers and technicians in the design, maintenance, and repair of Utility Infrastructure equipment and controls.

Education

• High school diploma/GED OR a technical school degree/certificate in a scientific, engineering, or technical field.

Experience

• Eight (8) years' experience in a scientific, engineering, or technical field, of which three (3) years shall be in direct support of electronic engineering activities/functions.

License, Cert, or Registration

• Must have a valid state driver's license when required by job assignment.
• Must obtain a valid government driver's license when required by job assignment.
• Must obtain a valid commercial driver's license (CDL) to include hazardous material endorsement when required by job assignment.
• Must obtain the level of Industrial Security Clearance required by the Government.

Special knowledge, skills, & abilities

• Required knowledge of standard engineering methods, practices, and techniques used in an electronic environment, as well as knowledge of the operation, function, and application of test equipment and instrumentation used for automatic testing of electronic systems and components, including associated software.
• Knowledge of energy conservation practices is required.
• Possess a working knowledge of the National Electrical Code and relevant Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineering (IEEE) standards for powering industrial and electronic equipment, as well as industry and government electrical safety practices, including OSHA requirements.
• Knowledge of standard engineering methods, practices, and techniques used in an electronic environment.
• Knowledge of the proper disposal of Hazardous Wastes (HW), as well as experience in transporting HW and toxic waste to appropriate disposal locations, is preferred.
• Must be physically able to perform the duties and responsibilities of the classification.
• Must be able to work with required materials without debilitating irritation to skin, eyes, or respiratory system while wearing the required personal protective equipment.