Engineering Technician V

Position Responsibilities

• Deliver technical and engineering support for the full lifecycle of METOC systems, including design, integration, testing, and maintenance.
• Support Fleet Technical Sustainment Support (TSS) for end customers and ensure effective post-deployment system readiness.
• Develop and prepare technical documentation—manuals, specifications, reports, and drawings—to support engineering and sustainment activities.
• Extract and analyze engineering data to develop or review technical designs, schematics, and specifications.
• Record test data, identify and resolve issues of significant complexity, and prepare formal reports.
• Conduct root cause analysis, troubleshooting, and system-level problem solving for complex, time-sensitive technical issues.
• Assist in engineering analysis and re-design efforts for obsolete or unsupported system components; prepare detailed schematics and documentation.
• Maintain, update, and refine maintenance concepts, procedures, and criteria throughout the system lifecycle.
• Provide on-site technical assistance including support for Casualty Reports and System Operational Verification Tests (SOVT).
• Perform and document tests and experiments; adapt or modify procedures and equipment as required.
• Construct and evaluate prototype or experimental models in support of engineering projects.
• Work independently or collaboratively on moderately complex projects, ensuring technical adequacy and compliance with guidance.
• May assist lower-level technicians and interface with professionals across departments and locations.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• DoD 8570 IAT Level II, Security+ CE or equivalent
• Experience creating technical reports and documentation using word processing or desktop publishing tools.
• Familiarity with CANES (Consolidated Afloat Network Enterprise Services).
• Hands on experience both Linux and Windows operating systems
• Ability and willingness to travel both domestically and internationally (2–4 trips per year).
• Must be a U.S. citizen and possess or be eligible to obtain a U.S. government security clearance.

Desired Skills

• Strong interpersonal skills and experience working in small, collaborative technical teams.
• Ability to plan and manage tasks independently while following general engineering guidance.
• Comfortable working in fast-paced environments that require adaptability, critical thinking, and attention to detail.
• Windows/Linux OS Certification

Education and Training Required

• A technical school diploma or an associate degree in engineering, science, or related discipline

Minimum Years of Experience

• 5 years of hands-on experience testing, diagnosing, and repairing C4I electronic equipment.