The Position:AMEWAS is seeking a highly motivated and talented Engineering Technician (EMC)-Senior to support Electromagnetic Environmental Effects. The hourly range of this position is $43.61 - $72.11/hour and is commensurate with experience. This position is not eligible for remote work; on-site support is required.
About the location: Patuxent River, MD, located in the California-Lexington Park area, is Maryland's #1 City Hiring the Most High-Tech Workers. To learn more about the surrounding area, please visit: www.visitstmarysmd.com
Work Arrangement:Remote or hybrid work arrangements are subject to business, contract, customer, and/or government requirements and may be modified or discontinued as needed. The Company reserves the right to require an employee to report to a designated Company or customer worksite when business or contractual requirements change.
Position Background:The Integrated Battlespace Simulation and Test (IBST) Department's E3 facility is the center of excellence in aircraft E3 Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation. Our state-of-the-art laboratories specializes in a variety of capabilities, ranging from box level to complete system level testing. The E3 vision is to be dedicated to improving current and future DoD Test & Evaluation capabilities; in simulation of operational and threat environments, high-energy physics and directed energy weapons by empowering the workforce to approach solutions from outside of the box. With IBST at the helm, we're not just preparing for the future but shaping it.
A typical day as an Engineering Technician (EMC)-Senior may include:- Serves as an Engineering Technician (EMC) in the Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3), NAVAIRWARCENAC DIV, Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) group supporting the Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) team
- Verifies compliance of the products and systems with electromagnetic interference (EMI) and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) standards
- Performs EMI/EMC testing on aerospace systems and components utilizing a range of test equipment (spectrum analyzers, signal generators, oscilloscopes, etc.)
- Conducts pre-test inspections
- Collaborates with engineers to identify and troubleshoot issues
- Generates comprehensive test plans, procedures, and reports in adherence to industry standards (MIL-STD-461)
- Works with the customer to verify that the SUT is operational
- Defines failure criteria
- Verifies that the detection system test equipment is in calibration/operating correctly
- Performs setup and calibration measurements per the applicable standard
- Executes tests and identifies deviations resulting from equipment malfunction or observational errors
- Develops test documentation (plans, procedures, reports, etc.)
Must-haves:- HS Diploma or equivalent with technical school/military training in electronics, troubleshooting, or testing electronic equipment
- 10 years of experience conducting electronics test and maintenance
- Experience with electronic test equipment (spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, receivers, antennas, amplifiers, multi-meters, etc.)
- Experience reading/understanding schematics and technical manuals
- The ability to create, read, and understand test plans
- Experience working around aircraft and avionics
- Knowledge of EMI/EMC principals
- Proficiency in Windows OS and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- Minimum clearance required to apply (candidates who do not currently hold the required clearance will not be considered): N/A
- Current clearance required upon onboarding: DoD Secret Clearance
- Additional Accesses: The ability to obtain and maintain the DoD security clearance eligibility and/or additional security access requirements necessary to perform the duties of the position, as required by the contract. U.S. Citizenship is required for all clearances.
Desired Skills:- Working knowledge of radio Frequency (RF) principles
- Experience with software tools used in EMI/EMC testing
- Knowledge of MIL-STD-461, IEEE-299, and/or RTCA/DO-160 test standards
- Experience with EMI/EMC testing
- Experience supporting Special Access Program (SAP) efforts
Security Clearance Requirement Disclaimer: This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain all security clearances, interim security determinations, and/or other access authorizations required by the applicable contract(s). Candidates who are unable to obtain the required interim clearance or access authorization within the timeframe necessary to meet business and contract requirements may no longer be considered for employment.
Employment Eligibility and Sponsorship Disclaimer: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. AMEWAS is unable to provide employment-based visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future.
Skills Crucial to Success at AMEWAS:Candidates must demonstrate a customer-focused mindset, professionalism, and discretion, while working collaboratively with management and teams to meet objectives. Candidates should be hard-working individuals with strong attention to detail and the ability to foster a positive, team-oriented culture.
Physical Environment and Working Conditions:The physical environment for this position requires the employee to work in a laboratory environment. The physical environment also requires the employee to work in an office, sitting in a cubicle or at a desk, looking at a computer for part of the day.
The employee may be required to travel short distances to offices/conference rooms and buildings on site or near the work site. Overnight travel will be required.
The employee is required to stand, walk and/or move throughout the workday, often bending over and lifting items up to approximately 50 lbs. This position may also require driving government vehicles.
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Our Excellent Benefits and Perks:Staying connected to our core values sets us apart from our competition! AMEWAS recognizes and rewards performance, dedication, and creativity. We are committed to investing in our employees and their future by providing them with competitive compensation, creative work teams, and the opportunity to grow in their career. We also provide a robust benefits package, including:
- Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), Life/AD&D/STD/LTD insurance
- Paid vacation, holiday and sick leave
- Generous tuition and training assistance program
- Relocation assistance
- Sign-on bonuses
- Employee longevity recognition
- Community involvement and outreach
- Team building events
- Recognition program
- Wellness program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Mobile service discount
- Fitness reimbursement program
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