Engineering Technician II (supporting the Air Force Research Lab)

Colonial Group; Edwards Air Force Base (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ASRC Federal System Solutions LLC (AFSS), a subsidiary of ASRC Federal, seeks an Engineering Technician II to support propulsion systems testing at Edwards AFB. You will install and maintain HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems, reading blueprints and diagrams as needed.

Requirements include a High School Diploma, valid driver's license, and the ability to obtain a security clearance. Expect overtime and shifts as needed in extreme Mojave Desert conditions.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• Ability to obtain a Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain HVAC, plumbing, electrical and mechanical systems in buildings and components.
• Read blueprints and diagrams as needed to complete tasks.
• Use basic hand and power tools; follow safety procedures and PPE requirements.
• Provide timely task updates and communicate deviations from schedule.
• Work in a team environment and support colleagues as needed.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Teamwork

Safety consciousness

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Forklift operation

PPE usage

Job description

ASRC Federal System Solutions LLC (AFSS), a subsidiary of ASRC Federal, requires a highly motivated Engineering Technician II to support the ASTROS Contract. ASRC Federal is supporting cutting edge propulsion systems testing at the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), and we are looking for the best people to be part of this research.

Key Role:

• Provide support to install and maintain systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, etc.) for buildings and components within the assigned area, reading blueprints and diagrams as needed
• Use basic hand tools, power tools, and appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for basic repair and maintenance of systems as well as groundskeeping
• Provide support for equipment installation, maintenance, and repair
• Operate a forklift (training provided as needed) to complete tasks
• Work in a team environment: receive instructions from a more senior technician, clarify priorities as needed, and complete work independently and as part of a team
• Provide timely updates on tasks; complete work according to schedule and quickly communicate any deviations from the schedule
• Provide prompt and professional customer service, communicating task status, challenges, and successes

• Prioritize safety of self and others as all support must be well thought out, with safety in mind, before starting
• Support teammates across the area with logistical or other support (i.e., weed abatement/groundskeeping, maintaining records and logs, inventory)

This position may require overtime or support different work shifts with little to no notice.

This position requires the ability to work in the Mojave Desert, where outdoor temperatures can be extremely hot and extremely cold.Experience working around solid rocket propellent or ordnance/explosives is beneficial.

Basic Qualifications:

• 0-2 years of experience
• High School Diploma
• Valid Driver’s License
• Must be able to obtain a Security Clearance.