Engineering Technician

Cubic•San Diego, CA

36d

About The Position

The Engineering Technician is responsible for performing repairs, supporting field operations, and providing hands-on technical expertise for critical program activities. This role ensures timely completion of repair work, maintains system availability, and supports revenue-generating program milestones.

Requirements

Associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent experience in mechanical, aerospace, or related field.
Hands-on experience with mechanical repair, depot maintenance, or similar technical work.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Mechanical aptitude and precision workmanship
Time management and ability to meet deadlines
Attention to detail and quality compliance
Ability to work independently and in team environments
Strong communication skills for cross-functional coordination

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting field service or travel-based technical assignments preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform hands-on repair, inspection, and refurbishment of system components, including: Tubes (7 units currently in backlog), Nosecones (9 units currently in backlog)
Diagnose failures, execute repairs, and validate functionality to return assets to service.
Reduce existing repair backlog and ensure steady throughput of depot activities.
Support field site operations by improving pod availability and helping maintain KPI targets.
Coordinate with engineering and supply chain teams to resolve technical or material issues impacting repair timelines
Provide on-site technical support for program activities, including scheduled travel events.
Execute mechanical tasks such as hanger band replacement on TSPI pods.
Ensure readiness for the August 2026 support event and meet all schedule commitments.
Collaborate with program teams to minimize downtime and ensure continued operational capability.