Lab Technician & Test Engineer

Booz Allen Hamilton•Albuquerque, NM

6h•$86,800 - $198,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Lab Technician & Test Engineer supports the U.S. Air Force by testing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining custom-designed electronics and equipment used to verify Aircraft Monitor and Control Testers. The role works with electrical and mechanical engineers to diagnose hardware issues and recommend improvements, helping ensure equipment remains reliable and mission ready. The position performs inspections and depot-level repairs according to established processes; uses laboratory diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot faults; documents faults and repair actions; performs component-level repairs, surface-mount soldering, and cable repairs; and supports compliance with electrostatic discharge and laboratory safety standards. The role also contributes ideas for equipment improvements and shares testing experience with the team while developing knowledge of AMAC systems, 1553 communications, and avionics.

Requirements

Experience with troubleshooting.
Experience soldering surface-mount components on printed circuit boards and wires.
Experience repairing equipment and cables.
Experience using small tools and laboratory diagnostic equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, or time-domain reflectometers (TDRs).
Knowledge of basic electrical, mechanical, and electronic principles.
Knowledge of laboratory 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 equipment.
Work with electrical and mechanical engineers to diagnose hardware issues and recommend improvements.
Use laboratory diagnostic equipment to verify, diagnose, and maintain equipment used for Aircraft Monitor and Control Testers.
Maintain logs of faults and repair actions.
Conduct inspections and depot-level repairs in accordance with developed processes.
Perform component-level repairs, including soldering surface-mount components and repairing cables.
Document troubleshooting findings and faults as necessary.
Assist in ensuring compliance with electrostatic discharge and laboratory safety standards.
Contribute ideas for equipment improvements and share testing experience with the team.