Engineering Technician IV – Remote Island Ops (DoD)

Saalex; Oxnard (CA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

Job summary

Saalex is seeking an Engineering Technician to work in Oxnard, CA and Santa Cruz Island. This role includes monitoring, servicing, and calibrating a variety of electronic and mechanical systems, requiring strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to operate heavy equipment.

The position features a hybrid work schedule with extensive responsibilities in diverse environments, and the successful candidate must be eligible for a Secret security clearance. Saalex offers comprehensive benefits, including health care and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex mechanical and electrical issues independently in a remote environment.
• Proficiency in operating and maintaining heavy equipment (e.g., bulldozers, graders, backhoes).
• Strong written, verbal, and analytical communication skills for interfacing with military and civilian stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, service, and calibrate diverse electronic, mechanical, and ground equipment systems.
• Develop and maintain technical data and documentation, including maintenance procedures.
• Support test and evaluation, system checkout, and certification activities.

Skills

Troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues

Operating heavy equipment

Communication skills

Independently working with minimal supervision

Education

Vocational or technical training beyond high school

Minimum 7 years of related experience

Job description

Saalex is seeking an Engineering Technician to work in Oxnard, CA and Santa Cruz Island. This role includes monitoring, servicing, and calibrating a variety of electronic and mechanical systems, requiring strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to operate heavy equipment.

The position features a hybrid work schedule with extensive responsibilities in diverse environments, and the successful candidate must be eligible for a Secret security clearance. Saalex offers comprehensive benefits, including health care and retirement plans.