Security Test & Evaluation Technician

Battelle • Atlantic City, NJ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Battelle is currently seeking a Security Test & Evaluation Technician . This is an on-site position located in Atlantic City, NJ . Battelle’s Aviation Security Division provides test and evaluation services to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Transportation Security Administration (TSA). The qualified candidate for this position will support Independent Test and Evaluation (IT&E) events of security technologies at the Transportation Security Laboratory (TSL). Candidate will be responsible in supporting staff responsible for test planning, test execution, test article development and maintenance, daily reporting, data reduction and analysis, and test reporting for discrete test events of transportation security equipment for checkpoint, checked baggage, and cargo screening applications.

Requirements

• Hold an Associates of Applied Science or equivalent degree in a science field from an accredited college or university, or completion of study from an accredited technical school leading to a mechanic or technician rating; AND have at least 3 years of technical experience; OR have at least 5 years of technical experience without a degree.
• Be willing to work onsite at the TSL test facility five days a week.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Significant experience in the use of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience with the development, documentation, and build of test articles to support testing efforts associated with security screening equipment.
• Candidates should be highly motivated and self-starters with a strong desire to learn.
• Required travel is expected to be up to 10% annually to client locations, Battelle offices, and or conferences.
• Sole U.S. Citizenship with eligibility and willingness to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance and DHS Suitability.

Nice To Haves

• Hold an Associates of Applied Science or equivalent degree in a science field from an accredited college or university, or completion of study from an accredited technical school leading to a mechanic or technician rating; AND have at least 5 years of technical experience; OR have at least 8 years of technical experience without a degree.
• Experience as a Transportation Security Officer (TSO) for the TSA.
• Experience supporting the execution of test events to evaluate the performance of security screening technologies deployed by TSA for checkpoint and checked baggage screening.
• Experience with Explosive Detection Systems (EDS), Advanced Imaging Technology (AIT), Explosive Trace Detection (ETD), Advanced Technology (AT) X-ray systems, Checkpoint Computed Tomography (CPCT) X-ray systems, and other TSA-deployed screening technologies.
• Experience and associated training to support work with explosive materials.

Responsibilities

• Testing involves the use of live explosives, simulated explosives, and mock passengers.
• Provide technical assistance in laboratory and scientific research, development, testing and related activities.
• Performs tasks under close supervision or from detailed procedures in process or completion.
• Support testing by constructing and setting up equipment, configuring instruments, preparing test specimens or materials, and conducting data collection.
• Support testing by documentation, design, development, and building of test articles, to include use of Computer Aided Design (CAD) and/or 3-D printing to design novel parts.
• Support the execution and analysis of test results and is expected to interface daily with clients and stakeholders on-site.
• The ability to regularly lift items weighing up to 50lbs, and to stage heavy equipment and test articles.

Benefits

• Balance life through a compressed work schedule : Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
• Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs .
• Take time to recharge : You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.
• Prioritize wellness : Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
• Better together : Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
• Build your financial future : Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.
• Advance your education : Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees