Technical Specialist III or IV
Technical Specialist III or IV
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Job Description
The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nations space programs solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC) we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space delivering innovative solutions that span satellite launch ground and cyber systems for defense civil and commercial customers. When you join our team youll be part of a special collection of problem solvers thought leaders and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.
At the Mission Payloads Division (MPD) we are pioneers in remote sensing systems that guide our countrys space enterprise. Our talented and dynamic people create and flourish in electronics sensors radar artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced data network domains. We boldly advance technology through our research and development and then forward to demonstration and integration. With innovative laboratories and prototyping MPD delivers groundbreaking results. We guide our Department of Defense intelligence community and civil clients to enhance national productivity and security and tackle the most critical missions. Bring your intelligence and creative spirit and join us at MPD!
This position will be under the Communication Systems and Agile Processing Subdivision (CSAPS) within MPD. We develop innovative solutions in overhead signal collection and processing covert RF communications wideband softwaredefined signal processing electronic warfare (EW) and AltPNT. We also have endtoend capability to take an idea from concept through modeling and simulation to hardware prototypes that fly in space.
Work Model:Full Time Onsite
What Youll Be Doing
Maintain and set up equipment fabricate hardware components and support scheduled field tests both onsite and offsite.
Collaborate with staff in fabricating and testing RF and digital electronics in a research and development environment.
Assist in managing the laboratory environment including organization cleanliness equipment inventory and calibration.
Acquire laboratory supplies and measurement and test equipment for the labs.
Assist engineers in setting up and monitoring test equipment and prototype hardware.
Perform tests with engineers codeveloping executing and improving test procedures.
Occasionally perform routine IT tasks such as patching rebooting and software installation.
What You Need to be Successful Technical Specialist III
Minimum Requirements:
Four or more years of experience with an Associates Degree or equivalent vocational/military training or five or more years of relevant experience with a High School Diploma or equivalent.
Experience working in a laboratory or equivalent environment adhering to safety procedures and maintaining equipment.
Basic proficiency with standard business applications such as Microsoft Office.
Quick troubleshooting skills.
Effective team player.
Ability to work under minimal supervision selfinitiate activities and meet timelines.
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance issued by the U.S. government (U.S. citizenship required).
Willingness to travel domestically up to 10 of the time.
In addition to the above the minimum requirements for Technical Specialist IV:
Familiarity with either electronics or digital test equipment
Experience working with customers and on project teams.
Vocational trade school apprenticeship program or equivalent 1012 years of related industry experience.
Leadership of development projects and mentoring junior staff.
Circuit assembly and fabrication skills: soldering packaged component attachment (QFN packages) operation of circuit board fabrication machines 3D printers die attachment wirebonding.
Ability to interact with engineers in their area of technical knowledge providing insights and suggestions.
Strong organizational skills.
Effective interpersonal skills to coordinate efforts and collaborate with internal and external organizations.
Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability to changing organizational needs.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Mentor and supervise the work of lessexperienced technicians providing technical leadership and review.
Ability to handle multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
How You Can Stand Out
It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:
Basic project management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and projects.
Basic understanding of IT and network systems.
Basic knowledge of scripting languages such as Python or Matlab
Layout skills: understanding of analog digital and microwave circuitry best practices; ability to create mechanical drawings of complicated structures.
Current and active security clearance
Experience working with digital communication systems
We offer a competitive compensation package where youll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The gradebased pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education experience knowledge and skills.
(Min Max)
$33.92 $63.04Pay Basis: HourlyLeadership Competencies
Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee regardless of level and role can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders we want individuals who:
- Operate Strategically
- Lead Change
- Engage with Impact
- Foster Innovation
- Deliver Results
Ways We Reward Our Employees
During your interview process our team will provide details of our industryleading benefits.
Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:
Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
Paid holidays sick time and vacation
Standard and alternate work schedules including telework options
401(k) Plan Employees receive a total companypaid benefit of 8 10 or 12 of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
Flexible spending accounts
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
Relocation assistance
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
Education assistance programs
An inclusive work environment built on teamwork flexibility and respect
We are all unique from various backgrounds and all walks of life yet one thing bonds all of us to each otherthe belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.
Equal Opportunity Commitment
The Aerospace Corporation is an equalopportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race age sex (including pregnancy childbirth and related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender gender identity or expression colorreligiongeneticinformation marital status ancestry national origin protected veteran status physical disability medical condition mental disability or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If youre an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by emailat .You can also reviewKnow Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegalas well as thePay Transparency Policy Statement.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
