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Test Technician II

Sierra Nevada Company, LLC

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Location
Sparks, NV
Schedule
Full-time
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Secret clearance

Job overview

The Test Technician II performs complex testing, analyzes results, troubleshoots issues, and works with engineering teams to improve test procedures and product quality. The role also supports protocol development, equipment calibration and maintenance, and mentoring junior technicians. It is based in the office in Sparks, Nevada, and requires an associate’s degree or qualifying experience, along with the ability to obtain or maintain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Technical SchematicsTest ConceptsLaboratory Testing EquipmentCalibration EquipmentMeasurement EquipmentLifting 25 LbsFault IsolationTroubleshootingHand DexterityFinger DexteritySix SigmaLean ManufacturingMIL Standard 810

Qualifications

Associate's Degree or 3+ Years Related Experience1+ Years Technician ExperienceU.S. Secret Security Clearance EligibilityAssociate's Degree in ElectronicsManufacturing ExperienceAerospace and Defense BackgroundU.S. Department of Defense BackgroundU.S. Military BackgroundSix Sigma CertificationLean Manufacturing CertificationU.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident or Protected Individual or Eligible for Trade Authorization

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

In office

Sparks, NV

Full time

R0031057

Job Profile Summary

Are you technically savvy and enjoy solving equipment and systems issues? Join our team! The Test Technician II takes on complex testing scenarios, performs detailed analysis, and plays a significant role in troubleshooting and resolving issues. This role involves collaborating extensively with engineering teams to improve test procedures and product quality.

The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains – air, land, sea, space and cyber.

Responsibilities:

  • Execute complex testing scenarios.

  • Perform detailed analysis and reporting.

  • Troubleshoot and resolve advanced issues.

  • Improve test procedures based on findings.

  • Mentor junior technicians.

  • Assist in the development of new testing protocols.

  • Ensure proper calibration and maintenance of testing equipment.

  • Document and report anomalies or deviations during testing.

  • Participate in cross-functional team meetings to discuss test outcomes.

Qualifications You Must Have:

  • Associate's degree in a related field of study.

  • 1+ years' experience as a technician or in a related field.

  • Relevant experience can be considered as a substitute for the required educational qualifications. In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 3 years of related experience is required.

  • Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.

  • Basic understanding of technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals, and/or publications.

  • Basic understanding of test concepts and techniques.

  • General experience with standard laboratory test, calibration, and other measurement equipment.

  • Ability to obtain/maintain U.S. Secret Security Clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer:

  • Associate's degree with a focus on Electronics.

  • Familiarity with MIL Standard 810 Test Standards.

  • Prior experience in a manufacturing environment.

  • Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense, or US Military.

  • Certification in Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing.

Essential Functions:

  • Perform testing processes on equipment, including the ability to lift up to 25 lbs regularly.

  • Conduct fault isolation and troubleshooting, requiring hand/finger dexterity.

  • Analyze and document test results, spending significant time on computers.

  • Work in potentially hazardous or loud environments, following safety protocols.

  • Ability to travel may be required.

  • For office roles, capability to work in an office or hybrid environment.

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more (https://www.sncorp.com/careers/total-rewards/) .

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances. (https://www.dcsa.mil/About/)

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

SNC is a trusted global leader in aerospace and national security. Our innovative solutions enable connected protection through command, control and communications systems, as well as ISR, cyber, electromagnetic spectrum management, and other high capabilities for systems across all domains – sea, land, air, space and cyber.

As a longstanding leader in defense technology, SNC is the optimum intersection of commercial, defense and non-traditional contractors. We are one of the only privately owned mid-tier A&D contractors and we pride ourselves on our ability to invest early and often to ensure mission success on or ahead of schedule. It’s part of our mission to always stay one step ahead; working on solutions today to solve the problems of tomorrow.

Founded in 1963, SNC is owned by Chairwoman Eren Ozmen and CEO Fatih Ozmen.

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