Lead Engineering Technician – Avionics & Instrumentation

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Vandalia (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental plan

Vision plan

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) is seeking a skilled technician for the ISR/Aviation & Security programs in Vandalia, OH. You will supervise construction, assemble sophisticated systems, troubleshoot, calibrate, and analyze test data, mentoring technicians, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet safety and quality standards.

The role requires a Secret U.S. Security Clearance eligibility, an associate degree or equivalent experience, and hands-on use of instrumentation and test

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a related field.
• 5+ years of experience as a technician or in a related field.
• In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 7 years of related experience.
• Advanced skills with assembly, connectors and crimping techniques.
• Ability to understand and interpret moderately complex technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals, and/or publications.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the construction and assembly of sophisticated systems.
• Provide expert-level troubleshooting and repairs.
• Lead the calibration and testing processes with precision.
• Interpret and analyze complex test data, providing expert recommendations.
• Lead and mentor teams of technicians.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on advanced research and development projects.
• Ensure full compliance with safety standards and technical procedures.
• Maintain, document, and control NIST standards for calibration and verification of measurement equipment.

Skills

Associate's degree

5+ years experience

Secret clearance

Wiring and harness

Instrumentation

Education

Associate's degree in related field

Tools

Spectrum analyzers

Network analyzers

Oscilloscope

Pitot static equipment

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) is seeking a skilled technician for the ISR/Aviation & Security programs in Vandalia, OH. You will supervise construction, assemble sophisticated systems, troubleshoot, calibrate, and analyze test data, mentoring technicians, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet safety and quality standards.

The role requires a Secret U.S. Security Clearance eligibility, an associate degree or equivalent experience, and hands-on use of instrumentation and test