Engineering Technician IV

TriVector Services Inc; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance options

Life insurance

Education reimbursement

Vacation and holiday leave

401K matching

Employee referral program

Company events

Job summary

TriVector Services, Inc. in Huntsville, Alabama is seeking an Engineering Technician IV to perform non-routine assignments in varied settings such as test areas, labs, and hazardous environments. This role supports engineers with data analysis, testing, and design tasks under supervision.

The position requires U.S. citizenship and at least 4 years of relevant experience, with the ability to obtain NASA public trust. Independent work, teamwork, and strong communication are essential to succeed.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• At least 4 years of relevant experience.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain NASA public trust.
• Physical requirements, up to 40 lbs, PPE use.
• Must communicate with peers, supervisors and customers.
• Ability to work independently or in a team.
• Must follow written and verbal instructions.
• Provide semi-professional technical support for engineers.
• Some practical knowledge of science or engineering.

Responsibilities

• Develop or review designs by analyzing data and preparing schematics.
• Conduct complex tests or experiments with specialized equipment.
• Apply methods to research projects and build prototypes.
• Extract and compile engineering data from field notes and reports.
• Assist in design modification by compiling data and identifying gaps.
• Operate in hazardous test facilities and environments as required.

Skills

U.S. citizenship

Independent work

Teamwork

Communication skills

Follow instructions

Technical support

Engineering knowledge

Attention to safety

Job description

Description

TriVector Services, Inc. provides quality aerospace engineering solutions to complex problems through a renowned team of engineering professionals. We are a Service-Disabled, Veteran-Owned, SBA-certified Small Business headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama. Our experienced team is dedicated to building lasting partnerships based on professional integrity and sound engineering principles. TriVector's Experience and exceptional Performance adds measurable Value to every project. TriVector Services, Inc., is seeking qualified candidates to fill our Engineering Technician IV position.

The Engineering Technician IV will perform non-routine assignments of substantial variety and complexity, using operational precedents that are not fully applicable, such assignments that are typically parts of broader assignments, are screened to eliminate unusual design problems. This employee may plan such assignments. This technician receives technical advice from supervisor or engineer. The Engineering Technician may work in indoor and outdoor test areas, test stands, laboratories, chambers, machine shops, cold and hot weather environments, heights, and confined spaces. They may work with or around Cryogenics (Liquid Hydrogen, Liquid Oxygen, Liquid Nitrogen, Liquid Helium), Gaseous Hydrogen, Gaseous Oxygen, Gaseous Nitrogen, Gaseous Helium, High Pressure Systems, Hypergols, Solid Propellants, Explosives, Other Toxic, Confined Space, Cleanliness Standards and Operations, Electrical Instrumentation and Controls Systems and Components Associated with Hazardous Operations, Mechanical Systems and Components Associated with Hazardous Operations, Safety Critical Equipment (Lifts, and Moves), Specialized Equipment, Large and/or Complex Facilities, Test Stands, Equipment, Special Test Equipment, and Test Articles, Specialized Handing, Transportation, Operation of One of a Kind Test Articles and Associated Components. Work is reviewed for technical adequacy (or conformity with instructions). This position may be assisted by lower level technicians and have frequent contact with professionals and others within the establishment, and perform one or a combination of such typical duties as:

• Develop or review designs by extracting and analyzing a variety of engineering data, applying conventional engineering practices to develop, prepare, or recommend schematics, designs, specifications, electrical drawings and parts lists. (Examples of designs include: detailed circuit diagrams; hardware fittings or test equipment involving a variety of mechanisms; conventional piping systems; and building site layouts).
• Conduct complex tests or experiments requiring selection and adaptation or modification of a wide variety of critical test equipment and test procedures, preparing and operating equipment, recording data, measuring and recording problems of significant complexity that sometimes require resolution at a higher level, and analyzes data and prepares test reports.
• Apply methods outlined by others to limited segments of research and development projects, constructing experimental or prototype models to meet engineering requirements; conducts tests or experiments and redesigns as necessary and recording and evaluating data and reports findings.
• Extract and compille g a variety of engineering data from field notes, manuals, lab reports, etc., processing data, identifying errors or inconsistencies, selecting methods of data presentation.
• Assist in design modification by compiling data related to design, specifications, and materials that are pertinent to specific items of equipment or component parts; developing information concerning previous operational failures and modifications, and using judgment and initiative to recognize inconsistencies or gaps in data and seek sources to clarify information.
• Additionally, the position operates in unique, “one of a kind,” and/or hazardous research and test facilities, test stands, laboratories, chambers, equipment, and are required to have highly specialized skills that in many cases can only be obtained through specialized training, “on the job” work experience, and certification(s).

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Must have at least 4 years of relevant experience.
• Candidate must have or be able to obtain and maintain a NASA public trust.
• Phyiscal requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation, include: lifting up to 40 lbs, bending, crouching, crawling, climbing stairs/ladders, pulling cables/wires. Must use proper PPE for all tasks.
• Must be able to communicate with peers, supervisors and customers.
• Candidate must be able to work independently or in a team.
• Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions (with or without a reasonable accommodation).
• Candidate must be able to provide semi-professional technical support for engineers working in such areas as research, design, development, testing, or manufacturing process improvement.
• Must have some practical knowledge of science or engineering.

Why employees love working for TriVector:

At TriVector, we are committed to creating a company that is known for its respect and care for employee's. We understand that happy employees are what keeps our business going and we strive to provide the best opportunities for each individual working on our team! Here are a few reasons you will love being a part of the family:

• Multiple medical insurance options with affordable premiums
• Company paid life insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Education reimbursement program
• Vacation & Holiday leave
• 401K matching
• Employee referral incentive program
• Company Events monthly

Disability Accommodation for Applicants – TriVector Services, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, or any other reason, please call us at [phone] for assistance.

Position may be contingent upon award. All positions are subject to COVID-19 vaccination requirements where Government or customer requires.