Electronics Technician

AMERICAN SYSTEMS; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid leave

Retirement plans

Job summary

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is looking for a skilled Electronics Technician in Gaithersburg, Maryland. The role involves performing research, testing, and providing technical support for electrical and electronic systems. Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least 6 years of experience in R&D or Test & Evaluation, along with the ability to obtain a SECRET security clearance.

The position offers a competitive salary between $80,000 and $90,000 per year and benefits including healthcare, paid leave, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 6 years of related technical experience in R&D or Test & Evaluation.
• Able to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance.
• U.S. Navy Submarine Sonar experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform research and testing of materials and processes.
• Provide technical support on engineering tasks.
• Analyze technical data for design solutions.
• Assemble electrical and electronic systems.
• Set up and operate test equipment for evaluations.

Skills

Technical support

Data analysis

Electrical knowledge

Engineering documentation

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Electronics Technician

Location: US-MD-Gaithersburg
ID: 2026-4147
Category: Engineering
Position Type: Full-Time
Remote: No
Clearance Required: Secret

Overview

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Program Mission Support, Engineering & Analysis, and Training.

Responsibilities

• Performs research and engineering laboratory functions involving the testing, analysis and evaluation of materials and processes.
• Provides technical support to engineers on a variety of technical tasks.
• Analyzes technical data to determine applicability to design problems; selects from several possible design layouts; calculates design data; and prepares layouts, detailed specifications, parts lists, estimates, procedures, etc.
• Gathers, maintains, formats, compiles, and manipulates technical data, such as laboratory or material test results and engineering design changes.
• Produces engineering documentation, reports, drawings (flow charts, block diagrams, and schematics).
• Assembles electrical and electronic systems and prototypes according to engineering data and knowledge of electrical principles, using hand tools and measuring instruments.
• Sets up and operates test equipment to evaluate performance of developmental parts, assemblies, or systems under simulated operating conditions, and records results.
• Conducts pierside alteration installation and removals onboard US naval vessels.
• Effectively interface with engineering, operational, and fleet personnel at all levels.

Qualifications

• High School diploma and 6 (six) years of related technical experience as an electrical, electronic, or mechanical technician in support of R&D or Test & Evaluation (T&E) of U.S. Naval systems
• U.S. Citizenship Required for the purposes of obtaining/holding a U.S. security clearance
• Able to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance
• U.S. Navy Submarine Sonar experience
• Able to obtain qualification to support underway events

Pay Transparency Statement

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $80,000.00/Yr. - USD $90,000/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

EEO Statement

EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status