*Engineering Technician IV*

**This position is contingent upon Contract Award**

Job specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

SUMMARY:

The Engineering Technician IV will work directly with the Government personnel in meeting the engineering needs of the project.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Responsible for Data Acquisition and Analysis in support of Weapons Systems and Munitions Testing.
* Receives technical advice from supervisor or engineer and work is reviewed for technical adequacy (or conformity with instructions).
* May be assisted by lower-level technicians and have frequent contact with professionals and others within the establishment.
* Develops or reviews designs by extracting and analyzing a variety of engineering data.
* Applies conventional engineering practices to develop, prepare, or recommend schematics, designs, specifications, electrical drawings and parts lists.
* Supports tests or experiments requiring selection and adaptation or modification of a wide variety of critical test equipment and test procedures.
* Sets up and operates equipment.
* Records data.
* Measures and records problems of significant complexity that sometimes require resolution at a higher level.
* Analyzes data and prepares test reports.
* Applies methods outlined by others to limited segments of research and development projects.
* Constructs experimental or prototype models to meet engineering requirements.
* Records and evaluates data and reports findings.
* Selects or adapts standard procedures or equipment.
* Uses fully applicable precedents.
* Performs recurring work independently.
* Constructs components, subunits, or simple models or adapts standard equipment.
* Troubleshoots and correct malfunctions.
* Follows specific layout and scientific diagrams to construct and package simple devices and subunits of equipment.
* Supports various tests or experiments which may require minor modifications in test setups or procedures as well as subjective judgments in measurement, selecting, preparing, and operating standard test equipment.
* Extracts and compiles a variety of engineering data from field notes, manuals, lab reports, etc.
* Processes data, identifying errors or inconsistencies.
* Assists in design modification by compiling data related to design, specifications, and materials that are pertinent to specific items of equipment or component parts.
* Develops information concerning previous operational failures and modifications.
* Uses judgment and initiative to recognize inconsistencies or gaps in data and seek sources to clarify information.
* Performs other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, AND LICENSURE:

* Associate's degree, OR equivalent training/experience with a high school diploma or equivalent is required.
* Certifications related to specific areas of T&E equipment and technology (e.g., Certified Test Technician) is desired.
* Seven (7) years of experience performing non-routine assignments as an Engineering Technician.
* Expert level knowledge related to T&E equipment and setups.
* Advanced knowledge of test equipment and procedures, with hands-on ability in conducting and overseeing diverse testing methods to ensure best practices in the T&E processes.
* Demonstrated problem-solving abilities, applied particularly to resolve challenges in T&E processes and equipment, providing innovative, reliable solutions.
* Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively and train lower-level technicians, ensuring technical standards are upheld throughout the teams.

* Ability to work collaboratively with other engineers, providing insights and support to achieve optimized testing outcomes, encouraging cooperative efforts in line with best practices.
* Technical acumen in instrumentation and methodologies related to T&E and possesses strong skills in using untried and untested measurement techniques.
* Other duties as assigned.
* Any Military operations experience preferred.
* Prior experience working in a specific engineering discipline related to T&E preferred.
* Involvement in testing and troubleshooting military-grade systems preferred.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS:

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the following essential functions.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work is typically performed in a controlled office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

May require lifting up to 25 pounds.

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE:

DoD Secret or higher security clearance, or the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance. U.S. Citizenship is required.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFYING FACTORS:

As a condition of employment, must pass a pre-employment drug screening, as well as have acceptable reference and background check results.

As an equal opportunity employer, The Tatitlek Corporation recognizes that our strength lies in our people. Discrimination and all unlawful harassment, including sexual harassment, in employment is not tolerated. We encourage success based on our individual merits and abilities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or employment. We support and obey laws that prohibit discrimination everywhere we do business.