Engineering Technician VI

Overview

SCCI is seeking an Engineering Technician VI to support a Gun Weapons System (GWS) laboratory environment to join our team! In this position you will work in a fast pace, team environment that requires critical thinking, troubleshooting and repairing complex gun weapon systems in a timely manner. The successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to learn new technical concepts quickly. This position is located in Dahlgren, VA.

SCCI offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability benefits, 401k with Company Match, time off consisting of 2 weeks of paid vacation, 56 hours of sick/personal leave, and 11 paid Holidays.

Responsibilities:

• Provides laboratory maintenance by creating and maintaining a shipboard functional Develops and executes test plans, procedures, and cases for weapon systems and subsystems in a laboratory environment
• Conducts system-level testing to validate and verify performance against design requirements and specifications
• Analyzes test data to identify, document, and report on system anomalies, failures, and deficiencies
• Prepares comprehensive test reports and provides recommendations for corrective actions
• Work in a fast pace, team environment that requires critical thinking, troubleshooting and repairing complex gun weapon systems in a timely manner
• Configures and maintains the system integration lab (SIL) and test-bed environments, including hardware, software, and networking components
• Performs integration and testing of weapon system software and hardware components
• Troubleshoots and debugs complex issues to isolate the root cause of failures
• Collaborates with design engineers, software developers, and program managers to resolve technical issues and ensure system integrity
• Supports the planning and execution of developmental and operational test events
• Ensures all testing activities are conducted safely and in accordance with established protocols and regulations

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen and have an Active Secret Security Clearance
• High school diploma
• Fifteen (15) years of experience in applying engineering services to engagement system components and assemblies
• This experience includes developing and testing solutions to solve technical problems in research and development, manufacturing, inspection, and maintenance, and assisting engineers in inspecting products, conducting tests, and collecting data
• Ability to be proactive and self-driven to deliver high quality results in a fast pace environment
• Hardware/Electronics Technician Certification or Equivalent Experience or Training
• Experience with assembling military style connectors and copper cabling
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment
• Self-motivated to drive projects to completion with minimal supervision when required
• Ability to plan and coordinate individual assignments to meet project goals
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Experience in a test and evaluation environment, preferably with a focus on defense or Naval systems
• Knowledge of systems engineering principles and the system development lifecycle
• Experience with test automation, scripting languages (e.g., Python), and data analysis tools
• Familiarity with military standards or NAVSEA standards or other regulatory requirements is highly desirable
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Experience with electrical wiring and troubleshooting up to 440V
• Experience building and wiring combat systems from the ground up that includes military fiber, copper cabling and RS232
• Experience building prototype mechanical devices to support lab efficiency
• Knowledge of how electromechanical devices operate and the ability to troubleshoot
• Knowledge of complex lab infrastructure that includes cooling, wiring, conduit and overall efficiency

SCCI is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to meet the needs of employees and their families. EOE of Veterans and Disabilities.