Instrumentation Technician

Gauss Management Research & Engineering (GMRE Inc.); Eglin Air Force Base (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Vacation/PTO/PSL

Paid holidays

Life insurance

Job summary

GMRE Inc. seeks a seasoned technical analyst to provide engineering support, perform data analyses, and assist in test, evaluation, logistics, and sustainment activities for a range of DoD systems. The role covers QA, cost/price analysis, and reliability and maintainability requirements across aircraft, missiles, C5ISR, and related equipment.

Qualified candidates will have a Master’s degree in a relevant field and 10+ years of experience, with an active U.S. SECRET clearance.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills.
• Ability to prioritize and delegate tasks effectively.
• Capable of performing well in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and conduct data analysis under engineering leadership.
• Support test and evaluation, logistics, sustainment, and various analyses across programs.
• Contribute to safety, reliability, and mission assurance for DoD-related systems.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure operational safety and effectiveness.
• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality; travel as required.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Task prioritization

Work under pressure

Attendance & punctuality

Microsoft Office

Education

Master’s degree in engineering/related field

Level 4 experience with 10+ years

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Description

JOB SUMMARY

Provides technical support, conducts data analysis and applies knowledge of engineering technology under the direction of engineering staff. Types of tasks include test and evaluation, test support, logistics, sustainment, operations analyses, manufacturing product assurance, technical studies, and various analyses and support activities including cost/price, human factors, safety, program/system security, FMS/Arms Export, command and control, intelligence, reliability and maintainability (R&M), quality assurance (QA), and technical and engineering capability to ensure operational safety, suitability, and effectiveness. Systems requiring support include, but are not limited to, aircraft, aerial targets, air combat training equipment, global positioning equipment, air base operability equipment, munitions, missiles, electronics, explosives, bombs, warheads, fuzes, guns, ammunition and AF Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Cyber, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C5ISR) systems.

WHY WORK FOR GMRE?

GMRE is a small veteran-owned company who cares about our employees. We offer health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), vacation, Paid Time Off (PTO), or Paid Sick Leave (PSL) based on state laws, paid holidays, and life insurance to all permanent full-time employees. GMRE’s mission is to provide high quality engineering and technical services to help our customers grow and succeed.

GMRE is an equal opportunity employer. GMRE is committed to making employment decisions based on valid requirements, without regard to age 40 and over, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other applicable status protected by state or local laws.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Ability to maintain regular attendance and punctuality.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Ability to work flexible hours and be available to respond on short notice as needed.
• Ability to maintain professional appearance.

Education And Experience

• Level 4 - This skill level requires over 10 years of experience and a master’s degree in the applicable discipline. This skill level typically works on high-visibility or mission critical aspects of a given program and performs all functional duties independently. This skill level may oversee the efforts of less senior staff and/or be responsible for the efforts of all staff assigned to a specific job.

Security Clearance And Other Requirements

• Must have a minimum of an active U.S. SECRET clearance and be subject to a government security investigation.
• Driving or renting a car for company business is expected with some frequency. For insurance purposes, a valid driver’s license is required.
• Do you have the ability to pass a background check to be granted access to the specific working location installation bases to perform work for GMRE? (Pertains to Technical Services positions)

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Travel Required

• Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position for meetings, trainings, and/or site visits.