Engineering Technician

Fairygodboss; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering solutions provider in Independence, MO is searching for an Engineering Technician to support fabrication and logistics for the Federal Aviation Administration. This position involves constructing racks to meet FAA standards, operating various metal shop equipment, and ensuring quality communication systems. Candidates should have a high school diploma and a minimum of 4 years of related experience, as well as the ability to obtain Public Trust Clearance and pass drug screenings. Join us to help ensure reliable voice communications across critical FAA sites.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to assemble and troubleshoot communication rack systems.
• Strong understanding of mechanical layout and electronic components.

Responsibilities

• Construct and troubleshoot component racks to FAA standards.
• Operate standard metal shop equipment.
• Inventory necessary parts and materials for assembly.
• Maintain documentation related to services performed.

Skills

Communication rack assembly/server room experience

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Ability to obtain Public Trust Clearance

Ability to pass a drug screening

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Welding equipment

Manual and hydraulic shears

Drill press

Powder coating equipment

Forklift

Job description

The NISC program at Leidos currently has an opening for an Engineering Technician to work in the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) Staging Facility in Independence, MO. This is an exciting opportunity to use your knowledge and experience to help with the National Airspace System Integration Support mission. You will provide fabrication and logistics support that directly enables reliable voice communications at Air Traffic Control Centers, radar installations, TRACONs, and other FAA facilities. Your contributions will help ensure the safety, efficiency, and continuity of the National Airspace System.

Duties

• Constructing component racks to meet all FAA equipment standards. May troubleshoot and correct malfunctions to fabricate and assemble a wide variety of electronic subassemblies.
• Operate standard metal shop equipment such as, but not limited to, welding equipment, manual and hydraulic shears and punches, manual brakes, drill press, hand tools, powder coating equipment and paint spray equipment.
• Inventory of parts, kits and other materials required for assembly.
• Interpret running sheets, technical data books, electronic principals and theory, electrical/mechanical prints, and engineering drawings.
• Adapt existing techniques, select electronic components, and arrange mechanical layout to meet engineering specifications for prototype, design, and development projects.
• Select, install, and solder electronic components on printed circuit boards; cut and form various wires and harnesses; distinguish different wire size, colors, component color; test, sort and inspect small parts.
• Contractor shall provide instruction to others regarding proper testing techniques and procedures.
• Contractor shall establish and maintain documentation associated with the services performed.
• Operate a pallet jack or forklift to move sub‑assembly and electronics housings and equipment racks.
• Prepare Daily Activity Log.
• Other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 4 years of prior relevant experience with communication rack assembly/server room.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to obtain Public Trust Clearance.
• Ability to pass a drug screening – this is a drug‑free workplace.

Physical Requirements

• Occasionally – Climbing.
• Often – Stooping, Kneeling, Reaching, Standing, Sitting, Walking, Pushing, Pulling, Talking, Hearing, Seeing.
• Lifting/Moving Requirements – Minimum of 35 pounds.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.