Data Acquisition Tech III — Analysis & Testing

Trax International; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent defense contractor in Fairfax, Virginia seeks an Engineering Technician III to support data acquisition and analysis at the Potomac River Test Range. Candidates should have at least five years of experience in non-standard assignments and possess technical assembly skills. The role involves constructing equipment, troubleshooting, and performing data analysis to support weapons systems testing. A high school diploma is required, and U.S. citizenship is mandatory. The position is office-based with physical requirements including lifting up to 25 lbs.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience performing non-standard assignments and selecting/adapting procedures.
• Communication skills to collaborate and train lower-level technicians.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other engineers to optimize testing outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Supports data acquisition and analysis in weapons systems testing.
• Constructs components or adapts standard equipment.
• Extracts and compiles engineering data from various sources.

Skills

Technical assembly and troubleshooting skills

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

Problem-solving abilities

Communication and interpersonal skills

Technical acumen in instrumentation and methodologies

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

A prominent defense contractor in Fairfax, Virginia seeks an Engineering Technician III to support data acquisition and analysis at the Potomac River Test Range. Candidates should have at least five years of experience in non-standard assignments and possess technical assembly skills. The role involves constructing equipment, troubleshooting, and performing data analysis to support weapons systems testing. A high school diploma is required, and U.S. citizenship is mandatory. The position is office-based with physical requirements including lifting up to 25 lbs.