SkillBridge Field Service Technician (Transitioning Military)
About The Position
AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Program Mission Support, Engineering & Analysis, and Training. As a SkillBridge Industrial/Personnel Security Intern with AMERICAN SYSTEMS you will have the opportunity to do the following: Collaborate with a team of motivated, talented, and supportive professionals Develop innovative solutions for complex challenges Work with state-of-the-art technologies Evaluate the design and performance of advanced Information Technology-based systems Install, configure, and test server hardware (including CPUs, RAM, hard drives, and network cards) for our training simulator systems Assemble and install simulator components such as computer racks, computers, network infrastructure, and support systems—ensuring optimal airflow and effective cable management Assist with hardware upgrades, replacements, and repairs as needed Review and assess technical documentation to verify equipment suitability in system designs Create and update technical requirements, specify system components, and draft technical drawings using Computer-Aided Design (CAD) tools Coordinate and participate in system installation, interface testing, operational performance verification, troubleshooting, technical issue evaluations, and the preparation of technical reports and presentations
Requirements
- Eligible for SkillBridge Participation: Candidates must meet Department of Defense (DOD) SkillBridge eligibility guidelines. If you're unsure of your eligibility, please visit the SkillBridge website or consult your Unit Commander or Transition Coordinator.
- Military Service: Must have 180 days of military service or fewer remaining prior to your date of discharge and at least 180 continuous days of active military service.
- Must have approval from your unit commander to participate in SkillBridge.
- Security Clearance: Active Secret Clearance required.
- Availability: Must be available to complete the full internship duration (standard length: 180 days).
- U.S. Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship Required.
- Technical problem-solving and critical thinking
- Attention to detail and precision
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings
- Experience with installation and configuration of IT or mechanical systems
- Review and assessment of technical documentation
- Familiarity with or a willingness to learn Computer-Aided Design (CAD) tools
- Hardware troubleshooting and repairs
- Cable management and assembly techniques
- Collaboration and teamwork in technical environments
- Clear written and verbal communication
- Adaptability and flexibility in dynamic settings
- Willingness to learn new technical skills and standards
Nice To Haves
- Prior military experience in Information Technology (IT), Cryptologic System Maintenance, or related technical specialties.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with a team of motivated, talented, and supportive professionals
- Develop innovative solutions for complex challenges
- Work with state-of-the-art technologies
- Evaluate the design and performance of advanced Information Technology-based systems
- Install, configure, and test server hardware (including CPUs, RAM, hard drives, and network cards) for our training simulator systems
- Assemble and install simulator components such as computer racks, computers, network infrastructure, and support systems—ensuring optimal airflow and effective cable management
- Assist with hardware upgrades, replacements, and repairs as needed
- Review and assess technical documentation to verify equipment suitability in system designs
- Create and update technical requirements, specify system components, and draft technical drawings using Computer-Aided Design (CAD) tools
- Coordinate and participate in system installation, interface testing, operational performance verification, troubleshooting, technical issue evaluations, and the preparation of technical reports and presentations
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
