Test Technician C

Job Title: Test Technician C

Job Code: 34619

Job Location: Ashburn VA

Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days totaling 80 hours worked and have every other Friday off

Job Description
As an Engineering Technician you will work in a dynamic fastpaced production and R&D environment with a strong focus on quality and attention to detail. You will support the engineering design process lead special projects serve as a liaison between engineering and manufacturing and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure product quality and validation. This role involves analyzing technical data providing onsite assistance developing technical content and mentoring team members.

The role will be part of the Agile Development Group a division specializing in developing disruptive nextgeneration technologies for advanced Unmanned Air Systems (UAS/UAV) advanced radar systems nextgeneration weapon systems and other RF sensor technologiesleveraging smallcompany agility with bigcompany expertise.

Essential Functions:
Perform all duties required to assist with acceptance testing of various products and subassemblies.

Tasks may include:
o Running automated and manual test scripts for acceptance testing software/firmware loading and sensor calibration.
Operate custom and offtheshelf equipment including network analyzers power meters spectrum analyzers oscilloscopes digital multimeters and similar devices.
Identify document and perform basic troubleshooting on nonconforming products.
Recommend updates to existing processes and review test documentation in support of engineering and manufacturing activities.
Verify the quality of tested products and interpret test results to validate compliance with drawings and other specified requirements.
Identify and correct conditions affecting employee safety upholding corporate safety standards.
Work collaboratively in a team environment with manufacturing planning and engineering.
Lift push pull and/or carry 2550 pounds on a regular basis.
Walk bend sit stand climb and reach for prolonged periods.
Perform tasks requiring seizing grasping turning holding and operating manufacturing tools and equipment.
Work in a manufacturing environment with regular exposure to moving mechanical parts dust fumes chemicals and loud noises.

Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience; OR
2year postsecondary/Associate degree (or equivalent) with 02 years of relevant experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:
Active DoD Secret Clearance preferred; ability to obtain is required.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
Experience with C C# Python Java MATLAB LabVIEW or TestStand.
Experience in electronics assembly particularly harness assembly.
Experience with factory acceptance testing of aerospace systems or similar industries.
Proficient in soldering crimping and use of assembly hand tools.
Proficient in using test equipment such as multimeters oscilloscopes and spectrum analyzers.
IPC/WHMAA620 certification preferred.
JSTD001 certification preferred.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings schematics and interconnect diagrams.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work within a diverse and dynamic team environment.
Excellent communication skills.
Strong work ethic and commitment to organizational success.
Active Secret Clearance desired but not required.
Experience working in environments that implement ESD and FOD controls.
Knowledge and understanding of product quality processes.