Technical Specialist - Equipment Sustainment Security Clearance

Position: Technical Specialist I - Equipment Sustainment with Security Clearance
Job Description Perform complex functions of a specialized nature sustaining, adjusting, modifying, and calibrating equipment used in Research & Development (R&D) lab testing, electronics board assembly, machining (CNC and manual), Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) 3D printing, environmental/vibration testing, and ancillary facilities resources (air compressors, commercial electrical systems). Requires advanced application of technical theories, practical knowledge, and hands-on skills involving highly-sensitive electronics and precision mechanical devices.

Duties are typically more responsibility oriented (versus daily task oriented), performed with little to no oversight or prioritization by a higher authority, sophisticated and unique in nature, and vary greatly in breadth and depth of content during day-to-day operations. The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the technical talent and organizational leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers' missions.

Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution. What You'll Do:
* Sustain and manage scheduled maintenance on highly-specialized R&D lab, electronic board manufacturing, additive manufacturing, and machining equipment.

* Utilize hands-on skills to troubleshoot, inspect, and repair equipment in-house to the maximum extent possible. May require in-depth knowledge on a wide-variety of electronics and mechanical assemblies and systems to determine root-cause failures and technical resolutions.

* Review and accurately interpret schematics, drawings, specifications, and procedures for completeness and compliance to contract requirements.

* Serve as the liaison between OEM equipment vendors/service personnel and engineers, technicians, and customers.

* Manage, schedule, and route contract-assigned equipment for calibration at customer site and third-party vendors.

* Monitor and coordinate facility issues and emerging needs with the customer.

* Provide first response support on Information Technology (IT) equipment issues, coordinate with customer and contractor IT technicians to resolve complex failures.

* Monitor and coordinate follow up on customer-tracked IT Help Tickets to ensure timely resolution and decrease downtimes.

* Monitor, forecast, and initiate procurement of contract-required engineering and technical software tools and licenses.

* Perform limited design or statistical process control analysis for technical applications.

* May perform CAD modeling and design analysis using any of a variety of software tools.

* May design, develop, test and troubleshoot prototype and breadboard electronics, hardware and software applications, or data acquisition and control hardware/software.

* Maintain electronic historical records, required logs, records, and reports in accordance with policies/procedures and government regulations.

* Assimilate data and recommend action to address unique and complex technical situations.

* Contribute to proposals and design reviews, internal review boards, specifications, work standards, and business processes.

* Provide advanced instruction and training on specialized procedures and techniques to other employees and may develop processes and procedures essential to departmental compliance.

* Make continuous improvement suggestions, participate and lead projects in area of responsibility.

* Effective communications and regular interaction with higher level management, customers, and internal and external auditors.

* May plan and commit resources, coordinate and lead the work of lower level employees to assure task completion.

* May participate in industry-wide working groups or seminars and be recognized by industry experts, suppliers, and customers.

* Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.

* Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.

* Perform other duties as necessary. On-Site Work Environment:
This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.

Working Conditions:

* Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor. Required Education, Experience, & Skills
* High School diploma or equivalent plus 3 or more years of related experience.

* Each higher-level degree, i.e., Bachelor's or Master's, may substitute for two years of related experience. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.

* Ability to coordinate…