Perform complex functions of a specialized nature sustaining, adjusting, modifying, and calibrating equipment used in Research & Development (R&D) lab testing, electronics board assembly, machining (CNC and manual), Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) 3D printing, environmental/vibration testing, and ancillary facilities resources (air compressors, commercial electrical systems). Requires advanced application of technical theories, practical knowledge, and hands-on skills involving highly-sensitive electronics and precision mechanical devices. Duties are typically more responsibility oriented (versus daily task oriented), performed with little to no oversight or prioritization by a higher authority, sophisticated and unique in nature, and vary greatly in breadth and depth of content during day-to-day operations.

The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the technical talent and organizational leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers’ missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution.

• Sustain and manage scheduled maintenance on highly-specialized R&D lab, electronic board manufacturing, additive manufacturing, and machining equipment.
• Utilize hands-on skills to troubleshoot, inspect, and repair equipment in-house to the maximum extent possible. May require in-depth knowledge on a wide-variety of electronics and mechanical assemblies and systems to determine root-cause failures and technical resolutions.
• Review and accurately interpret schematics, drawings, specifications, and procedures for completeness and compliance to contract requirements.
• Serve as the liaison between OEM equipment vendors/service personnel and engineers, technicians, and customers.
• Manage, schedule, and route contract-assigned equipment for calibration at customer site and third-party vendors.
• Monitor and coordinate facility issues and emerging needs with the customer.
• Provide first response support on Information Technology (IT) equipment issues, coordinate with customer and contractor IT technicians to resolve complex failures.
• Monitor and coordinate follow up on customer-tracked IT Help Tickets to ensure timely resolution and decrease downtimes.
• Monitor, forecast, and initiate procurement of contract-required engineering and technical software tools and licenses.
• Perform limited design or statistical process control analysis for technical applications.
• May perform CAD modeling and design analysis using any of a variety of software tools.
• May design, develop, test and troubleshoot prototype and breadboard electronics, hardware and software applications, or data acquisition and control hardware/software.
• Maintain electronic historical records, required logs, records, and reports in accordance with policies/procedures and government regulations.
• Assimilate data and recommend action to address unique and complex technical situations.
• Contribute to proposals and design reviews, internal review boards, specifications, work standards, and business processes.
• Provide advanced instruction and training on specialized procedures and techniques to other employees and may develop processes and procedures essential to departmental compliance.
• Make continuous improvement suggestions, participate and lead projects in area of responsibility.
• Effective communications and regular interaction with higher level management, customers, and internal and external auditors.
• May plan and commit resources, coordinate and lead the work of lower level employees to assure task completion.
• May participate in industry-wide working groups or seminars and be recognized by industry experts, suppliers, and customers.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.

• Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor.

• High School diploma or equivalent plus 3 or more years of related experience.
• Each higher-level degree, i.e., Bachelor’s or Master’s, may substitute for two years of related experience. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
• Ability to coordinate activities of a team, predict and meet schedules, resolve disconnects.
• Ability to apply computer skills to input and access data via computer interface.
• Solid communication skills and the ability to exercise them in a technical environment.

A security clearance or access with Polygraph is not required to be eligible for this position. However, the applicant must be willing and eligible for submission, depending on program requirements, after an offer is accepted and must be able to maintain the applicable clearance/access.

As this position requires operating a company vehicle, an offer and subsequent employment are contingent upon possessing and maintaining a valid US driver's license and successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check.

• Experience with documenting and logging equipment maintenance discrepancies and corrective actions in historical records, property records, and/or automated systems.
• Experience with equipment and/or materials inventory management database systems.
• Experience with management, monitoring/tracking industrial-related hazardous materials and proper storage/disposal of hazardous materials.
• A current, active TS/SCI security clearance.