Engineering Technician, Senior|6089 Engineering Technician, Senior|6089

ALTEN; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN is seeking an engineering support professional in San Diego, CA. The role involves responsibilities such as performing design and development tasks, providing layout support, troubleshooting technical issues, and managing equipment in the lab. Candidates should have a High School Diploma and 3+ years of relevant experience, along with proficiency in Windows and Linux operating systems and RF equipment knowledge. This is a full-time onsite position with a Monday to Friday work schedule.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with design, development, R&D, or similar experience in Electronics.
• Able to work in priority order as defined by management.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily activities as defined by management to support engineering.
• Install, upgrade, and configure equipment based on specifications.
• Conduct analyses to identify and troubleshoot straightforward issues.
• Collaborate with team members to complete project work.

Skills

Proficient in different operating systems including Windows and Linux (Centos/RHEL)

Familiarity with RF equipment like spectrum analyzer and network analyzer

Proficient in debugging methodology and problem solving

Familiarity with common coaxial and network cabling types

Excellent communication skills, written and verbal

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Linux CLI

TCP/IP including DNS and DHCP

Job description

Overview

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Responsibilities

• Performs organizational or low-level design, development, process and/or product test support tasks. Executes modifications and revisions of electronic parts, software, system, components or circuitry with some supervision.
• Provides layout and design support for engineers and recommendations for midsized projects with some guidance.
• Produces or executes against spreadsheets, schematics, parts lists, and/or MCNs and all necessary documentation to complete a design with some supervision.
• Helps develop automated and execute manual and automated test plans, test cases, and test procedures. Reproduces and debugs moderately complex issues and generates test reports.
• Installs, upgrades, configures, and helps select equipment and/or components based on specifications, tolerances and reliability. Monitors equipment performance and analyzes moderately complex failures or malfunctions.
• Conducts analyses to identify, troubleshoot, and/or diagnose straightforward issues, escalating to leaders as needed.
• Diagnoses and troubleshoots simple technical issues with minimal guidance.
• Gathers and integrates data and information from stakeholders to understand simple specifications and develop basic solutions.
• Manages and executes individual project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables.
• Adapts to significant changes and setbacks in order to manage pressure and meet deadlines.
• Collaborates with individuals inside own team and with other teams to complete project work.

Position Details

• Perform daily activities as defined by management to support engineering.
• Performing system repairs, software and hardware upgrades.
• Installation of coax, Ethernet, and fiber optics cabling.
• Building racks and installing equipment following rack elevation and wiring diagrams.
• Able to work in priority order as defined by management and/or project leads.
• Assist with lab moves as well as cleaning and organization efforts.
• Lab inventory tracking and updating.
• Swapping and installing different lab and testing equipment.
• Reviewing logs and providing feedback.
• Provide daily status report and updates on tasking.
• Organize the lab equipment, keep the lab tight and clean.
• Using problem solving skills to solve issues that might arise in the lab.
• Support if needed running testing.
• Install tools and software on PCs.
• Maintain lab PCs and debug any tools issues that arise from automation.
• Monitor test results and report issues as they arise.

Qualifications

• Proficient in different operating systems including Windows and Linux (Centos/RHEL), including Linux CLI.
• Familiarity with RF equipment like spectrum analyzer and network analyzer.
• Proficient in debugging methodology and problem solving.
• Familiarity with common coaxial and network cabling types, along with appropriate application.
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.

Technologies

• TCP/IP including DNS and DHCP.
• Linux CLI.

Education and Experience

• Required Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Required Years of Experience: 3+ years of experience with design, development, R&D, or similar experience in Electronics or related area.

Physical Requirements

• Push Max Weight Limit = 50 lb.
• Pull Max Weight Limit = 50 lb.
• Lift Max Weight Limit = 50 lb.
• Forklift Required (Y/N): N

Driving Requirements

• Are there driving responsibilities no matter how minimal with this role? No.
• If Yes — How many hours per week? n/a
• If Yes — Type of vehicle use: n/a

Work Location and Schedule

• Onsite work in San Diego, CA (6455 Lusk Blvd, San Diego, CA 92121).
• Work Days: Mon-Fri
• Shift: 1
• Shift Time: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM PST
• Weekly / Daily Expected Hours: 40 / 8

Comments for Suppliers

• Rounds of interviews to be expected: 1-2
• Interview Method: Video conference
• Work Location Requirement: 100% Onsite