Corrosion Engineering Technician II

Vision Point Systems; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Vision Point Systems, Inc. is recruiting a talented engineering technician for onsite work in Maryland. Key responsibilities include preparing corrosion testing specimens and maintaining testing equipment. The ideal candidate should be detail-oriented, capable of independent work, and possess strong communication skills.

Ideal candidates must hold a high school diploma or GED and be able to obtain a DoD Secret Security Clearance. This role offers an opportunity to work directly with engineers on corrosion-related projects.

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance.
• Be able to work independently and be a self-starter.
• Must demonstrate qualities to work with precision and pay special attention to details.
• Must demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare corrosion testing specimens including abrasive blasting and coating applications.
• Collect objective quality evidence that specimens were prepared correctly.
• Assist with the design and construction of test apparatuses.
• Maintain functionality of various testing equipment including troubleshooting.
• Assist engineers with test program execution and data collection.
• Assist Government personnel with laboratory upkeep and maintenance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Vision Point Systems, Inc. is currently recruiting for a talented, innovative engineering technician. This position is housed onsite at customer locations in Bethesda, Maryland and Olney, MD. Duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Prepare corrosion testing specimens to include abrasive blasting of metal coupons, coating applications using various techniques including spray painting, rolling, and brush among others.
• Collect objective quality evidence (OQE) that specimens were prepared correctly. This may include verifying metal coupon surface profiles/roughness, checking coating film thickness, or otherwise comparing specimen preparation techniques against manufacturer-recommended specifications.
• Assist with design and construction of test apparatuses to include rapid prototyping, basic machining, and assembly.
• Maintain functionality of equipment (bench-top testing equipment, large scale corrosion cabinets, blasting cabinets, etc.), including troubleshooting non-functioning equipment, replacing broken components, checking equipment calibration, and scheduling for calibration to be performed.
• Assist engineers with test program execution. This may involve performance of laboratory and/or field tests, helping with specimen evaluation and data collection, and/or performing various inspections in support of corrosion-related projects.
• Assist Government personnel with laboratory upkeep. This may include maintaining hazardous materials inventory lists, organizing laboratory inventory, and assisting with general maintenance and cleaning of laboratory spaces.

Requirements

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance.
• Be able to work independently and be a self-starter.
• Must demonstrate qualities to work with precision and pay special attention to details.
• Must demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills.