Senior Verification Engineering Technician

Leonardo DRS, Inc.•Bridgeton, MO

1d•$54,586 - $70,962

About The Position

Leonardo DRS Land Systems is seeking a full time Senior Verification Engineering Technician to join our Advanced Concepts team in Bridgeton, MO. The candidate will support engineering with moderately complex engineering duties and other hands-on technical tasks primarily associated with the integration, test and demonstration of new DRS products and capabilities. The primary focus is to support Business Development priorities but may also include some contract program objectives. This role demands a highly motivated individual who can work efficiently in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, including travel to government and private test sites 50-75% of the time.

Requirements

Associates Degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
4+ years of relevant experience
Familiarization of blueprints and wiring schematics
Must have strong mechanical skills
Willing and able to travel 50-75% of the time
U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

Nice To Haves

Soldering and wire bonding experience a plus
Fundamental understanding of computer systems, operating systems, and configuration files, a plus
Experience working with Electronice Warfare and/or weapons systems a plus

Responsibilities

Support engineering with moderately complex engineering duties and other hands-on tasks, particularly focusing on Internal Research and Development programs
Researches, collects, and reports information on the ability and capacity of company products and competing equipment. Aids in the design and development of equipment and systems, and redesign of existing systems to fulfill the needs of customers.
May act as technical liaison to the Advanced Concepts and Business Development leads, assisting them in validating design concepts and qualifying opportunities
Understand, manage, and operate within the set test cadences to ensure all tests are performed efficiently and on schedule
Provide technical support and troubleshoot issues during integration/test events
Reviews project instructions and drawings to ascertain test specifications, procedures, objectives, test equipment, nature of technical problem and possible solutions, and to support the test design and setup
Possess and utilize hands-on skills to include use of various hardware and software-related tools to troubleshoot, resolve issues, load software, etc.
Able to work independently for a weekly basis
Have a strong familiarity with test range operations to effectively manage and conduct tests
Work confidently in shop and lab environments and maintains a working knowledge of the DRS product base
Provides hands-on feedback to engineers
Adapt to flexible test schedules and be prepared to adjust plans as necessary to meet project demands
May coordinate maintenance projects
Mentor and coach less experienced technicians
Represent DRS in a professional manner at all times, ensuring high standards of conduct and performance.
Support, communicate, reinforce, and defend the mission, values, and culture of the organization

Benefits

annual performance-based bonuses
equity awards
overtime pay (for non-exempt employees as applicable
comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
employer matching 401(k) retirement plan
paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including ant state-mandated paid sick leave)
parental leave benefits
tuition reimbursement
professional development support
life and disability insurance coverage
company contribution to a health savings account
telemedicine
legal insurance
wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being
programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement
flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program
competitive vacation
health/emergency leave
paid parental leave
community service hours