Electrical Technician

Amentum; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Amentum is hiring an Electrical Technician to join the Facility Operations team at NASA Langley Research Center. This role involves working with high voltage systems, troubleshooting electrical equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should possess relevant experience and qualifications, including familiarity with Programmable Logic Controllers and strong problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Must have two years of college in engineering or relevant experience.
• Experience in high voltage and electrical systems required.
• Journeyman or Master License preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support wind tunnels and other facilities with various electrical equipment.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical systems using blueprints.
• Fabricate cables and understand technical diagrams.

Skills

High voltage systems

Problem-solving

Communication

Detail-oriented

Education

Two years of college with engineering courses

Equivalent experience totaling six years

Tools

Programmable Logic Controllers

OSHA Lockout/Tagout program knowledge

IPC Soldering Certification

Job description

This position is posted for Internal Applicants Only

NASA enforces REAL ID requirements for all visitors and badge holders. Please visit www.dhs.gov/real-id to view a list of compliant documents.

The successful candidate will join the Facility Operations team to support the Center Maintenance, Operations, and Engineering (CMOE) contract located at NASA Langley Research Center (LaRC). This position reports to the Facility Coordinator at the High-Pressure Air Production Plant. The Electrical Technician is part of a team that supports wind tunnels and other facilities on center. This position works with a combination of old and new equipment, and the work is hands-on, varied, and unique.

Responsibilities:

Must be familiar with high voltage systems, rotating machinery, hydraulic and cooling water systems, and a variety of electrical equipment such as: switchboards, controllers, circuit breakers, motors, heating units, relays, conduit systems or other equipment including Programmable Logic Controllers.

• Work from blueprints, drawings, layouts and other specifications.
• Locate and diagnose trouble in the electrical system and equipment (e.g. 60 Hz noise).
• Work standard computations relating to load requirements of wiring and electrical equipment.
• Use a variety of hand tools, and measurement and test equipment.
• Must be able to fabricate cables utilizing proper shielding techniques.
• Must be able to read/understand technical diagrams and drawings and be knowledgeable about the local codes and regulations, as well as National Electrical Code requirements.
• Understand various instrumentation controls.
• Understand Programmable Logic Controllers to include:
  • Programming
  • Debugging
  • Troubleshooting
• Must also be physically capable of bending for long periods of time, climb ladders, work in confined spaces, lift 35 lbs.
• Must be willing to work all shifts and overtime.
• Knowledge of OSHA Lockout/Tagout program and familiarization with Programmable Logic Controls (PLC) or equivalent systems is preferred.
• Journeyman or Master License is preferred.
• Good communication skills, detail-oriented, able to work with a team, and have good problem-solving skills.
• IPC Soldering Certification is preferred.

U.S. Citizenship required. Two (2) years of college with courses in engineering, mathematics, or science, and four (4) years relevant experience, or any equivalent combination of relevant education/experience for a total of six (6) years.

Essential Functions

Work Environment

- Office environment. (10%).

- Test/Industrial Environment - May be exposed to areas of high noise levels, hazardous propellants, explosives, chemicals, and industrial facilities. (85%)

- Travel between facilities and test operations may be required and may bring exposure to loud noise and potentially hazardous equipment and chemical operations. (5%)

Physical Requirements

- Must have sufficient mobility to enter confined spaces, crawl into or onto various assemblies while maintaining a clear vision of safety is required. (50%)

- Potential exposure to high noise levels, hazardous chemicals, propellants and the like. (20%)

- Must be able to walk, stand, bend, twist and sit for extended periods as well as climb, crawl, and lift up to 35 lbs. (30%)

Appropriate PPE and training will be provided for all conditions.



Equipment and Machines

- Facility operations display/keyboards/mechanical/electrical control/HMI (85%)

- Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, fax, copier, etc.) (15%)

Attendance

- Regular attendance mandatory (100%)

- Overtime/work outside normal schedule required (5%)

- Travel required (

Other Essential Functions

U.S. Citizenship required.

Valid Real ID compliant identification - www.dhs.gov/real-id

Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Must be able to work in a team atmosphere.

Must put forward a professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation.

Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety/risk hazard to the employee or others.

The work environment requires the ability to cooperate and work with individuals at all levels of the company and the client.

Employees will exercise diligence when developing a Safe Plan of Action (SPA) for each task performed. Your SPA is a Company provided tool to be used for the prevention of incidents, accidents, and injuries; as such, it is the most important tool that you are required to use.