Engineering Technician III

Sierra Nevada Company, LLC; Lone Tree (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Company, LLC in Lone Tree, CO is seeking an Engineering Technician III to lead complex electronic, mechanical, and optical system assembly, troubleshooting, calibration, and maintenance. The role requires advanced technical expertise, leadership of project teams, and adherence to safety protocols.

The successful candidate will read drawings, use lab equipment, mentor junior techs, and collaborate with engineers on R&D. The position offers benefits and a competitive salary range.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a related field and 3+ years of experience, or 5+ years of related experience in lieu of degree.
• Ability to read mechanical and electrical drawings, diagrams, schematics, and manuals.
• Experience with standard laboratory test equipment and power tools.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Secret U.S. Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead assembly and construction of complex electronic, mechanical, and optical systems.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting and repairs.
• Conduct precise calibration and testing of devices.
• Analyze test results and prepare detailed reports.
• Mentor and train junior technicians.
• Collaborate with engineers on R&D projects.
• Develop and implement safety procedures.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Maintenance

Calibration

Lead teams

Reading drawings

Education

Associate's degree in a related field

Bachelor’s degree in a related field (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

3-D CAD software

Job description

In office

Lone Tree, CO

Full time

R0030048

Are you looking for a challenging opportunity that leverages your advanced technical expertise? Come join our team! The Engineering Technician III is responsible for complex technical tasks, including advanced construction, troubleshooting, calibration, and maintenance of sophisticated electronic, mechanical, and optical systems. This role involves leading project teams and providing technical expertise to ensure operational excellence.

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations - with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the assembly and construction of complex electronic, mechanical, and optical systems.
• Perform and oversee advanced troubleshooting and repairs on equipment.
• Conduct precise calibration and testing of devices.
• Analyze and interpret test results, providing detailed reports and recommendations.
• Mentor and train junior technicians.
• Collaborate with engineers on research and development projects.
• Develop and implement safety protocols and standard operating procedures.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Associate's degree in a related field of study.
• 3+ years of experience as a technician or in a related field.
• Relevant experience can be considered as a substitute for the required educational qualifications. In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 5 years of related experience is required.
• Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
• Ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical drawings, diagrams, schematics, and manuals.
• Ability to work with standard laboratory test equipment, other measurement equipment, hand tools, and power tools.
• Advanced proficiency in troubleshooting and maintaining complex systems.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Previous experience and/or certifications within the aerospace and defense industry.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with AutoCAD or other 3-D CAD software.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related technical field.
• Extensive experience with research and development projects.
• Proven leadership experience in a technical environment.

Essential Functions:

• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs regularly.
• Ability to be on your feet for much of the work shift.
• Dexterity to handle and assemble small components.
• Occasional exposure to hazardous conditions and loud environments.
• Ability to travel as required.

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

Estimated Starting Salary Range: $38.39 - $52.79. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors, such as candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more (https://www.sncorp.com/careers/total-rewards/) .

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances. (https://www.dcsa.mil/About/)

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

SNC is a trusted global leader in aerospace and national security. Our innovative solutions enable connected protection through command, control and communications systems, as well as ISR, cyber, electromagnetic spectrum management, and other high capabilities for systems across all domains – sea, land, air, space and cyber.

As a longstanding leader in defense technology, SNC is the optimum intersection of commercial, defense and non-traditional contractors. We are one of the only privately owned mid-tier A&D contractors and we pride ourselves on our ability to invest early and often to ensure mission success on or ahead of schedule. It’s part of our mission to always stay one step ahead; working on solutions today to solve the problems of tomorrow.

Founded in 1963, SNC is owned by Chairwoman Eren Ozmen and CEO Fatih Ozmen.