Engineering Technician (Facilities)-Journeyman

American Electronic Warfare Associates, Incorporated; Maryland; On-site; USD 74,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

Paid vacation

Relocation assistance

Sign-on bonuses

Job summary

AMEWAS is hiring an Engineering Technician (Facilities)-Journeyman to support E3 facilities at Patuxent River, MD. The role entails hands-on maintenance, equipment operation, and coordination of test assets for aircraft and facility use in a defense environment.

The position requires a HS diploma or equivalent, 6 years of relevant experience, and the ability to work 2nd shift after a training period. Security clearance eligibility is required.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent
• 6 years of relevant work experience
• Ability to work 2nd shift (2:30 PM to 12:00 PM) after 3-month training
• 3 years of aircraft experience
• Experience using hand tools to support team projects
• Experience working with computers
• MS Office knowledge
• Ability to work overtime when required by testing schedule
• Ability to work well with others and maintain a positive attitude
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance eligibility

Responsibilities

• Supports facilities in E3 group
• Maintains Hangar 144, AATF, ASIL facilities
• Coordinates Test Project Engineers' aircraft, facility use, and SE needs
• Delivers GSE to FRC for maintenance
• Schedules and obtains GSE from FRC for project support
• Maintains fueling ground support equipment
• Assists in aircraft fueling operations
• Purges aircraft
• Connects/Operates GSE carts for aircraft operation
• Operates government equipment (forklift, man lift, tug)
• Assists with crane rigging
• Conducts facilities maintenance

Skills

Hand tools

Computers

MS Office

Overtime flexibility

Teamwork

Education

College degree or technical certification

Tools

GSE operation

Forklift operation

Crane Operator Certification

Job description

At AMEWAS, we don’t just support defense- we shape it. For over 40 years, we’ve been a trusted partner of the Department of Defense (DoD) by providing cutting‑edge engineering, testing, and evaluation for U.S. Navy weapons systems.

Our people are the heart of our mission. Across our headquarters in California, Maryland, and offices in Orlando, FL, and San Diego, CA, you'll find a diverse and driven team committed to making a real impact for our Nation’s Warfighters.

If you're ready to grow your skills, be challenged by meaningful work, and contribute to something bigger…this is where you belong.

Come do work that matters. Join AMEWAS.

The Position:

AMEWAS is seeking a highly motivated and talented Engineering Technician (Facilities)-Journeyman to support Electromagnetic Environmental Effects. The hourly range of this position is $35.64 - $52.76/hour and is commensurate with experience. This position is not eligible for remote work; on‑site support is required.

About the location:

Patuxent River, MD, located in the California‑Lexington Park area, is Maryland’s #1 City Hiring the Most High‑Tech Workers. To learn more about the surrounding area, please visit: www.visitstmarysmd.com.

Position Background:

The Integrated Battlespace Simulation and Test (IBST) Department’s E3 facility is the center of excellence in aircraft E3 Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation. Our state‑of‑the‑art laboratories specializes in a variety of capabilities, ranging from box level to complete system level testing. The E3 vision is to be dedicated to improving current and future DoD Test & Evaluation capabilities; in simulation of operational and threat environments, high‑energy physics and directed energy weapons by empowering the workforce to approach solutions from outside of the box. With IBST at the helm, we're not just preparing for the future but shaping it.

A typical day as an Engineering Technician (Facilities)-Journeyman may include:

• Serves as an Engineering Technician in the Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3), NAVAIRWARCENAC DIV, Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) group supporting facilities
• Provides operations and maintenance support for Hangar 144 (shielded Hangar), the Aircraft Anechoic Test Facility (AATF) and the Advanced System Integration Laboratory (ASIL)
• Assists with coordinating, scheduling and providing for Test Project Engineers’ aircraft, facility use and Support Equipment (SE) needs
• Delivers GSE to the Fleet Readiness Center (FRC) for preventative or unscheduled maintenance
• Schedules and obtains GSE from FRC for project support
• Maintains fueling ground support equipment
• Assists in aircraft fueling operations
• Purges aircraft
• Connects/Operates GSE carts for aircraft operation
• Operates government equipment such as forklift, man lift, tug and other equipment
• Assists with crane rigging
• Conducts facilities maintenance

Must-haves:

• HS Diploma or equivalent
• 6 years of relevant work experience
• The ability to work 2nd shift (2:30 PM to 12:00 PM) after completing a mandatory day shift training period (3‑month estimate)
• 3 years of experience working on aircrafts
• Experience using hand tools to support team project builds
• Experience working with computers
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• The ability to work overtime when required by testing schedule
• The ability to be proactive and seek out tasking to support team
• The ability to work well with others and maintain a positive attitude
• Minimum clearance required to apply (candidates who do not currently hold the required clearance will not be considered): N/A
• Additional Accesses: The ability to obtain and maintain the DoD security clearance eligibility and/or additional security access requirements necessary to perform the duties of the position, as required by the contract

Desired Skills:

• Crane Operator Certification
• College degree or technical certification
• Experience operating ground support equipment (GSE)
• Experience operating forklifts and pallet jacks

Security Clearance Requirement Disclaimer:

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain all security clearances, interim security determinations, and/or other access authorizations required by the applicable contract(s). Candidates who are unable to obtain the required interim clearance or access authorization within the timeframe necessary to meet business and contract requirements may no longer be considered for employment.

Skills Crucial to Success at AMEWAS:

Candidates must demonstrate a customer-focused mindset, professionalism, and discretion, while working collaboratively with management and teams to meet objectives. Candidates should be hard‑working individuals with strong attention to detail and the ability to foster a positive, team‑oriented culture.

Physical Environment and Working Conditions:

The physical environment for this position requires the employee to work in the field (outside 60% of the time), on site versus in an office. The physical environment also requires the employee to work in an office (40% of the time), sitting in a cubicle or at a desk, looking at a computer for part of the day.

The employee may be required to travel short distances to offices/conference rooms and buildings on site or near the work site. On rare occasions, overnight travel may be required.

The employee is required to stand, walk and/or move throughout the workday, often bending over and lifting items up to approximately 50 lbs. Operation of machinery to assist in the movement of heavy objects, such as forklifts and dollies, may be required. This position may also require driving government vehicles.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is typically loud.

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Our Excellent Benefits and Perks:

Staying connected to our core values sets us apart from our competition! AMEWAS recognizes and rewards performance, dedication, and creativity. We are committed to investing in our employees and their future by providing them with competitive compensation, creative work teams, and the opportunity to grow in their career. We also provide a robust benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), Life/AD&D/STD/LTD insurance
• Paid vacation, holiday and sick leave
• Generous tuition and training assistance program
• Relocation assistance
• Sign‑on bonuses
• Employee longevity recognition
• Community involvement and outreach
• Team building events
• Recognition program
• Wellness program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Mobile service discount
• Fitness reimbursement program

AMEWAS is committed to equal employment opportunity. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

AMEWAS participates in E-Verify to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.

Please note: AMEWAS does not accept unsolicited resumes from third‑party staffing agencies, recruiters, or headhunters.