Experienced Engineering Technician – Fort Carson, CO 1

Serco; Fort Carson (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Serco is seeking an Engineering Technician to join a dynamic team supporting multiple customer locations and high-profile Army projects. You will perform hardware assembly, integration, testing, data collection, and analysis while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver quality systems and documentation.

Up to 75% travel and a STEM-focused education are emphasized. The role emphasizes hands-on construction, testing, and prototype development to meet engineering requirements, with

Qualifications

• 4 years of relevant experience.
• An Associate’s degree in a specialized professional engineering and/or STEM curriculum (an Associate’s Degree in Computer Networking highly preferred).
• A High School Diploma/GED with 2 additional years of relevant experience may substitute Education.
• Ability to develop system‑of‑systems integration plans, including modification designs for new equipment installation.
• Ability to travel up to 75% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Plan and perform routine and non-routine hardware assembly and integration assignments of substantial variety and complexity.
• Construct components, subunits, or simple models; adapt standard equipment; troubleshoot and correct malfunctions.
• Follow layouts and diagrams to construct and package devices and subunits.
• Conduct tests or experiments with diverse test equipment; record data and analyze complex problems.
• Extract and compile engineering data from field notes, manuals, and reports; present data.
• Develop experimental or prototype models to meet engineering requirements; test and redesign as needed; report findings.
• Review designs by analyzing engineering data; prepare schematics, drawings, and parts lists.
• Serve as prototype systems and network data collector/analyst during customer testing.

Skills

Hardware assembly

Testing

Data collection

Data analysis

Documentation

System integration planning

Travel readiness

Education

Associate degree in engineering/STEM

Associate degree in Computer Networking preferred

High school diploma + 2 years experience in lieu

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Visio

Job description

Position Description & Qualifications

If you enjoy working on high profile and challenging engineering projects supporting the US Army, Serco has a great opportunity for you!

The Engineering Technician will be part of a dynamic team supporting multiple customer locations. Bring your expertise and collaborative skills to make an impact towards our military defense and safety of our Soldiers.

Serco supports the US Army as a prime contractor for their Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2) contract which supports implementing capabilities that enable the service to employ Command Posts (CP) across the operational spectrum. Our team develops, integrates, and maintains modern and mobile solutions for an integrated CP infrastructure.

You will be part of a team that works closely with the customer and other Serco functional area teams to deliver quality systems and associated supporting documentation. The team has been recognized by the Army Customer and the industry for their outstanding contributions to the contract and program.

In this role, you will:

• Plan and perform routine and non‑routine hardware assembly and integration assignments of substantial variety and complexity that are typically part of broader assignments.
• Construct components, subunits, or simple models; adapt standard equipment; troubleshoot and correct malfunctions
• Follow specific layout and scientific diagrams to construct and package simple devices and subunits of equipment
• Conduct tests or experiments requiring selection and adaptation or modification of a wide variety of critical test equipment and test procedures, prepare and operate equipment, record data, measure and record problems of significant complexity that sometimes require resolution at a higher level, and analyze data and prepare test reports
• Extract and compile a variety of engineering data from field notes, manuals, lab reports, etc., process data, identify errors or inconsistencies, select methods of data presentation
• Apply methods outlined by others to limited segments of research and development projects, construct experimental or prototype models to meet engineering requirements; conduct tests or experiments and redesigns as necessary and record and evaluate data and report findings
• Review or develop 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
• Serve as a prototype systems and network data collector/analyst during the customer’s testing and assessments

To be successful in this role, you must have:

• 4 years of relevant experience
• An Associate’s degree in a specialized professional engineering and/or STEM curriculum (an Associate’s Degree in Computer Networking highly preferred)
• A High School Diploma/GED and 2 additional years of relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education
• Ability to develop system‑of‑systems integration plans to include developing modification designs for new equipment installation.
• Ability to travel up to 75% of the time.

Additionally preferred experience and skills:

• Experience with military vehicles
• Experience with the integration of Army Tactical C4ISR systems and vehicle platforms
• Proficient in Microsoft Visio.
• AutoCAD a plus

Company Overview

Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco’s 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters.

To review Serco benefits please visit: https://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/what-we-offer . If you require an accommodation with the application process please email: [e-mail] or call the HR Service Desk at 800-628-6458, option 1. Please note, due to EEOC/OFCCP compliance, Serco is unable to accept resumes by email.

Candidates may be asked to present proof of identify during the selection process. If requested, this will require presentation of a government‑issued I.D. (with photo) with name and address that match the information entered on the application. Serco will not take possession of or retain/store the information provided as proof of identity. For more information on how Serco uses your information, please see our Applicant Privacy Policy and Notice.

Serco does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies without being a contracted approved vendor. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Serco and will not be obligated to pay a placement or contract fee. If you are interested in becoming an approved vendor at Serco, please email [e-mail] .

Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Pay Transparency

Our Total Rewards package includes competitive pay, performance‑based incentives, and benefits that promote well‑being and work‑life balance—so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Eligible employees also gain access to a wide range of benefits from comprehensive health coverage and health savings accounts to retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and time‑off programs that support work‑life balance. Program availability may vary based on factors such as contract type, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Salary range: The hourly amount for this position can be found at the top of this posting. This role is covered by the Service Contract Act. For positions on this contract, we will pay the prevailing wage rate for the location in which the employee is working, as determined by the Department of Labor and the Wage Determination (WD). The wage rate will vary depending on the locality. Additionally, you will receive Health and Welfare Benefits based on the WD for the contract.

Benefits — Comprehensible benefits for full‑time employees (part‑time members receive a limited package tailored to their role):

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract
• 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Employee Assistance Plan that includes counseling conditions
• Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific contract as well as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement or Service Contract Labor Standards.

To review all Serco benefits please visit: https://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/about-us .

Serco complies with all applicable state and local leave laws, including providing time off under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for eligible Colorado residents, in alignment with our policies and benefit plans. The application window for this position is for no more than 60 days. We encourage candidates to apply promptly after the posting date, as the position may close earlier if filled or if the application volume exceeds expectations. Please submit applications exclusively through Serco’s external (or internal) career site. If an applicant has any concerns with job posting compliance, please send an email to: [e-mail] .