Field Engineer

Assurance Technology Corporation (ATC); Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Assurance Technology Corporation (ATC) in Alexandria, Virginia is seeking a motivated Entry-level Field Engineer to join their team. This role involves traveling to project sites, setting up and maintaining mission test equipment while ensuring safety and compliance with relevant codes.

The ideal candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills, a background in related technology fields, and must be a U.S. citizen with a Secret Security Clearance. ATC is renowned for its contributions to the military and commercial sectors in advanced RF and Optical systems.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in relevant technical fields is highly desirable.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Candidate must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must maintain a Secret Security Clearance, TS/SCI preferred.

Responsibilities

• Travel to project sites and set up mission test equipment.
• Maintain mission test equipment and operate generators.
• Comply with safety and building codes.
• Perform construction support and maintenance tasks.

Skills

Experience in Radios

Experience with Satellites

Knowledge of Electromagnetic Spectrum

Basic hand tool usage

3D printing and laser engraving

Tools

3D printers

Laser engravers

Job description

ATC is looking for a motivated, self-starting individual to work an Entry‑level Field Engineer position at our customer site in Northern Virginia. The Field Engineer will work with a small, highly effective team of engineers, technicians and other professionals to deliver solutions (electrical, mechanical, tactical, and others) for a diverse customer base using commercial and custom components.

Responsibilities

• Travel to project sites, set up and tear down mission test equipment as required, support daily taskings
• Use assorted tools and equipment to maintain mission test equipment, operate generators
• Comply with safety, building, security and environmental codes and regulations
• Perform construction support such as general set‑up, supply delivery and cleanup
• Perform basic repair and maintenance of off‑line mission test equipment
• Use basic hand tools in a variety of support functions

Requirements

• Able to prioritize work and meet deadlines
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
• 3+ years of experience in Radios, Satellites, Electromagnetic Spectrum or small circuitry is highly desirable.
• Use of 3D printers, laser engravers, and other technologies is extremely helpful but not required.
• Commercial Driving License (CDL) preferred
• Occasional travel for multiple days or weeks at a time
• Other attributes
  • Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
  • Must be able to work in tight spaces
• Candidate must be a U.S. citizen
• Candidate must have a minimum of and maintain a Secret Security Clearance, TS/SCI Clearance eligibility preferred

Assurance Technology Corporation (ATC) is a leader in the design, development, delivery and support of advanced RF, Optical, Processing and Power systems key to space, avionics, shipboard and terrestrial operations in support of the US military, NASA, NOAA and the commercial sector.