Engineering Support Specialist - Pittsfield, MA

Responsibilities

• Works as individual contributor using defined resources to meet project requirements
• Gathers and organizes data for review with appropriate engineer(s) in support of project
• Accepts direction from superiors
• Integrates well in a team environment
• Performs research and engineering laboratory functions involving the layout, building, testing, troubleshooting and repairing of devices, assemblies, subsystems, and systems
• Prepares and coordinates the plans and schedules for new or existing programs
• Solves proposal preparation problems and assesses the progress against established plans and parameters
• Formulates and recommends corrective action measures such as schedule revisions, manpower adjustments, fund allocations, and work requirements
• Participates in engineering teams supporting experiment design, materials, equipment setup and maintenance and related issues
• Provides technical expertise to customers, users or company personnel either at domestic or international field sites
• Develops, implements, installs, tests, modifies and/or operates complex equipment and systems
• Develops test plans and preventative maintenance programs
• Instructs customers in the operation and maintenance of the system

Requirements

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Technology degree in Engineering or a related specialized area/field, or combination of education and relevant work experience.

Qualifications

Clearance Requirements:

• Department of Defense Secret security clearance is obtainable within a reasonable amount of time after hire.

Skills

Working knowledge of basic principles, theories, and concepts

Working knowledge of industry practices and standards

Solves routine problems of limited scope and complexity following established policies and procedures

Works on problems of limited scope and complexity

Works closely with immediate supervisor and other personnel in the section or group

Grasps and applies new information quickly

Handles more complex assignments

Shows initiative on assignments, and professionally executes projects with little direction

Demonstrates initiative, applies personal talent to practical solutions

Demonstrates technical competence in the setup, monitoring and documentation of experiments and/or lab equipment

Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

Benefits

Target salary range: USD $67,887.00/Yr. - USD $73,456.00/Yr.

This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary.

Pay

$60,000-$75,000

Schedule

On-Site