Engineering Technician II/III - 1701
About The Position
Scientific Applications & Research Associates, Inc. (SARA) is a defense research and development enterprise that creates technological innovations for commercial and government organizations. Its High Power Electromagnetics Division is seeking a Systems and Testing Engineering Technician to support research and development and transition technologies to the DoD, DoE, and their contractors in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The technician will work with engineers, physicists, and other technicians on established and new programs, contributing across multidisciplinary projects from conception through operation. The role provides general engineering and maintenance support, including laboratory setup and teardown, diagnostics, infrastructure, test fixtures, and testing. It also involves electrical work for testbeds and off-site installations, support for prototyping and testing Pulsed Power and Directed Energy projects, and coordination with engineers and other teams to keep projects on schedule. The technician performs verification and quality checks and maintains a safe, organized work environment. Travel may be required for up to 4–6 non-continuous weeks per year.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Three to five years of relevant technical experience, or higher education in lieu of experience.
- Ability to travel up to 4–6 non-continuous weeks per year for testing or other customer requirements as needed.
- Electrical background, electrical apprenticeship, or equivalent on-the-job experience.
- Willingness to learn new specialty skillsets.
- Excellent organizational, attention-to-detail, multitasking, and adaptability skills.
- Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and email.
- Self-motivation and ability to work independently.
- Effective communication and collaboration across teams.
- Flexibility to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Excellent troubleshooting skills.
- Clean driving record as defined by the state of Colorado and ability to obtain and maintain DOT medical certification.
- U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.
- Ability to perform moderate physical effort, including standing, sitting, bending, lifting, twisting, crawling, and using hands; carry or lift up to 50 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Five to eight years of relevant technical experience.
- Experience in multiple trades, such as electrical, carpentry, or construction.
- Experience with forklifts, scissor lifts, and material handling.
- Experience with shop machines such as table saws, mills, drill presses, and lathes.
- Experience constructing, maintaining, or operating electrical equipment.
- Current Class A commercial driver’s license (CDL).
- Active DoD TS or DoE Q security clearance.
Responsibilities
- Provide general engineering and maintenance support.
- Assist with laboratory setup, diagnostics, infrastructure, test fixtures, testing, and project teardown.
- Support prototyping and testing for other Pulsed Power and Directed Energy projects as needed.
- Work with engineers and other teams to keep projects on schedule.
- Perform electrical work for testbeds and off-site installations, including wiring, wire pulling, and terminations.
- Work with electrical panels, switchgear, breakers, and distribution equipment.
- Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and one-line diagrams to complete work accurately.
- Support installation of UPS systems, generators, transfer switches, and other power equipment.
- Follow lockout/tagout procedures and jobsite safety requirements.
- Perform testing, verification, and quality checks on completed work.
- Maintain a safe and organized work environment.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, plus other supplemental programs.
- Generous paid time off program covering vacation, sick time, and holidays.
- Tuition and certification reimbursement.
- Flexible work schedules.
- Discretionary employee bonuses.
- 401(k) match and profit sharing.
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
