Lab Technician & Test Engineer
About The Position
Booz Allen is seeking an experienced test engineer to test, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain custom-designed hardware supporting the U.S. Air Force. The role works with electrical and mechanical engineers to diagnose and repair electronics, maintain equipment used to verify Aircraft Monitor and Control Testers, document faults and repair actions, and recommend equipment improvements. The position includes component-level repairs to keep hardware mission ready. The technician assists with inspections and depot-level repairs according to established processes. Using lab diagnostic tools, the role troubleshoots and documents faults, solders surface-mount components, repairs cables, and helps ensure compliance with electrostatic-discharge and lab-safety standards. The work supports Air Force aircraft readiness and provides opportunities to build knowledge of AMAC systems, 1553 Communications, and avionics.
Requirements
- Experience with troubleshooting.
- Experience soldering surface-mount components on printed circuit boards and wires.
- Experience with equipment and cable repair.
- Experience with small tools and lab diagnostic equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, or TDRs.
- Knowledge of basic electrical, mechanical, and electronic principles.
- Knowledge of lab processes and safety awareness.
- Ability to follow established procedures.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, assembly drawings, and test procedures.
- Ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance.
- High school diploma or GED.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with avionics.
- Experience with CAD.
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Possession of a Top Secret clearance.
- Bachelor's degree.
- Industry-specific certifications.
Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain custom-designed electronics and related hardware.
- Work with electrical and mechanical engineers to diagnose equipment issues and recommend future improvements.
- Maintain equipment used to verify Aircraft Monitor and Control Testers.
- Maintain logs of faults and repair actions.
- Perform component-level repairs to keep hardware in a mission-ready state.
- Assist with inspections and depot-level repairs in accordance with established processes.
- Use lab diagnostic tools to troubleshoot faults and document findings.
- Solder surface-mount components and perform cable repairs.
- Help ensure compliance with electrostatic-discharge and lab-safety standards.
Benefits
- Health, life, and disability benefits.
- Financial and retirement benefits.
- Paid leave.
- Professional development.
- Tuition assistance.
- Work-life programs.
- Dependent care.
- Recognition awards for exceptional performance and demonstration of company values.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
