Engineering Technician I

Spectraforce Technologies; Lanham (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectraforce Technologies is seeking an Engineering Technician I for a 3+ month contract-to-hire in Lanham, MD. The role focuses on hands-on diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repair of PC hardware, software, circuit boards, and test equipment.

You will leverage Excel macros and data analysis to document test results, perform quality checks, and help identify root causes of complex faults. Collaboration with the team and independent work are both required.

Qualifications

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair PC hardware, software, circuit boards, and specialized test equipment.
• Document test results and perform quality assurance checks.
• Follow verbal directives and written documentation.

Responsibilities

• Diagnoses, troubleshoots, and repairs PC hardware, software, and specialized test equipment.
• Leverages Excel macros and data analysis to document results and determine root causes.
• Execute multi-step testing procedures and communicate status to team leads.

Skills

PC troubleshooting

Excel macros

Data analysis

Quality assurance

Agile execution

Team collaboration

Independent work

Problem solving

Communication

Reporting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Networking basics

Basic coding

Job description

Job Title: Engineering Technician I

Duration: 3+ months | Contract to Hire

Location: Lanham, MD 20706

• Computer & Tech Expert: Diagnoses, troubleshoots, and repairs PC hardware, software, circuit boards, and specialized test equipment while performing regular calibration and maintenance.
• Data & Excel Specialist: Leverages Excel macros and advanced data analysis to document test results, perform rigorous quality assurance checks, and deduce root causes for complex technical failures.
• Agile Execution: Highly responsive to direction with a strong willingness to strictly execute orders, seamlessly shift priorities, and multitask effectively in a dynamic environment.
• Team & Independent Player: Highly adaptable professional who excels when collaborating within a large team, yet is fully capable of working independently to manage deliverables and deadlines.
• Proactive Problem Solving: Applies creative and deductive reasoning to troubleshoot novel technical issues, taking proactive measures to prevent recurring faults in complex test equipment and radio hardware.
• Process Execution & Communication: Methodically navigates multi-step testing procedures, clearly conveying routine factual information and project statuses to team leads while proposing actionable solutions to impending obstacles.
• Communication & Presentation: Accurately follows complex verbal directives and extensive written documentation, with the ability to clearly present work progress, data, and findings during staff meetings.
• Streamlined Data Tracking & Reporting: Immediately leveraging advanced Excel skills (including macros) to optimize how test results are documented, analyzed, and presented during staff meetings.
• Rapid Troubleshooting & Quality Assurance: Quickly diagnosing and repairing PC hardware, software, and specialized test equipment while executing strict quality control checks to ensure optimal performance.
• Agile Execution & Operational Support: Seamlessly adapting to shifting priorities by strictly executing complex verbal and written directives, ensuring multi-step testing procedures are completed accurately whether working independently or supporting the larger team.

Software & PC Skills

• Experience in Microsoft Excel (for data tracking, reporting, and analysis).
• Solid general computer/PC operating knowledge and basic networking skills.
• Basic coding skills is a plus