Aerobiology, Animal Clinical Pathology and Telemetry (AAT) Engineering Technician

Cape Fox Corporation; Maryland; On-site; USD 75,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an AAT Engineering Technician to support critical research efforts at a leading medical research institute. This role involves providing mechanical, electrical, and chemical engineering support, as well as testing and maintaining aerosol exposure equipment. You will play a key role in scientific studies, data analysis, and compliance with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in aerosol technologies and a passion for advancing medical research. Join a dedicated team where your contributions will directly impact the safety and effectiveness of medical countermeasures against biothreats.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of aerosol experience required.
• Working knowledge of aerosol generating platforms and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support for aerosol exposures and equipment maintenance.
• Assist in training staff and ensure compliance with GLP standards.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Chemical Engineering

Aerosol Experience

Data Analysis

GLP Compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field

Tools

Aerosol Exposure Equipment

Biosafety Cabinets

Job description

Aerobiology, Animal Clinical Pathology and Telemetry (AAT) Engineering Technician - (8061)

Job Title: Aerobiology, Animal Clinical Pathology and Telemetry (AAT) Engineering Technician

Eagle Health is seeking an AAT Engineering Technician to join our team in Fort Detrick, MD in support of the U.S. Army Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases (USAMRIID).

The salary range for this exempt position has been established at: $75,000 - $84,000.

This position is contingent upon contract award. Incumbents are encouraged to apply!

Core Duties:

• Provide mechanical, electrical, and chemical engineering support by performing aerosol exposures and facilitating the design and maintenance of aerosol exposure equipment.
• Test and assist with the design of new equipment, support the execution of scientific studies, analyze data, and maintain AAT laboratory space and equipment.
• Assist in the training of other technical staff as assigned.
• Generate, characterize, and sample biological aerosols to support pathogenesis and medical countermeasure studies against biothreat agents, including animal plethysmography and aerosol supervision, under the guidance of a study PI and in compliance with GLP standards.
• Assist with Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) writing, revision, and review to meet Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) requirements.
• Assemble, maintain, and troubleshoot aerosol systems, documenting all testing and maintenance in accordance with USAMRIID SOPs and GLP standards.
• Perform and supervise biological decontamination procedures for Class III biosafety cabinets post-aerosol.
• Certify and maintain Class III biosafety cabinets in accordance with USAMRIID SOPs and GLP standards.
• Coordinate and collaborate with AAT leadership to assist in the development of the AAT technical training program.
• Assist with entering research data into appropriate formats and the development of charts and graphs as required.
• Assist in the preparation of manuscripts or posters relating to research efforts and present findings at scientific conferences as determined by the government.
• Complete annual GLP training and maintain records in accordance with all applicable regulations and USAMRIID SOPs.
• Complete required training as assigned and attend external training if determined by the government.
• Report observations of safety or standard operating procedure non-compliance in accordance with applicable USAMRIID SOPs.
• Crosstrain and assist with laboratory technician support as needed.
• Attendance is required at scheduled trainings provided by qualified AAT staff.
• Perform weekly/monthly details of assigned BSL-3 change rooms, showers, and assigned containment areas, documenting all activities in accordance with USAMRIID SOPs.
• Perform weekly/monthly details of BSL-2 assigned laboratories.

Travel Requirements: 10 - 25%

Requirements:

• At least five (5) years of relevant aerosol experience.
• Working knowledge of aerosol generating platforms and ancillary equipment.
• Enrollment in the Biological Personnel Reliability Program (BPRP) and Controlled Substance Personnel Reliability Program (CS-PRP) is required.
• Some travel may be required.
• Must be a U.S. citizen with a valid U.S. passport.
• Must have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986.

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Category: Science / Research

Location: NOT LISTED / NEW LOCATION (define in requisition comments field) - US (Primary)