Lead ESS Technician

Technology Service Corporation; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Bonus

401(k) Match Plan

Paid leave & holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Disability Plan

Job summary

Technology Service Corporation in Huntsville, AL seeks a Lead Environmental Stress Screening (ESS) Technician to guide a team through vibration and thermal tests on hardware and electronics assemblies. You will ensure ESD controls are followed and test data is accurately recorded for traceability.

Responsibilities include scheduling, performing, and delegating tests, interpreting complex diagrams, and coordinating with engineers and QA to uphold high quality standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, plus 4–6 years of relevant technical experience.
• Exceptional leadership qualities.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with working knowledge of electrical systems and components.
• Understanding of torque requirements, tool usage, and calibration/verification practices.
• Familiarity with Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles and tools.
• U.S. Citizenship required, with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead a group of technicians through guidance and mentorship.
• Schedule, perform, and delegate environmental testing.
• Conduct vibration and thermal environmental tests on hardware and electronics assemblies in accordance with program requirements and/or written test procedures.
• Process electronic assemblies using ESD control practices to prevent FOD.
• Set up, operate, and maintain vibration and thermal test equipment per procedures.
• Record, monitor, and review test data and logs for traceability and compliance.
• Support production and QA by ensuring testing procedures are followed and results documented.
• Collaborate with engineers and cross-functional teams to improve processes and resolve issues.
• Interpret complex wiring diagrams, assembly drawings, and technical documentation.
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Skills

Leadership

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical systems

Torque knowledge

Calibration/verification

DFM familiarity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Vibration & thermal test equipment

Job description

Lead Environmental Stress Screening (ESS) Technician – Huntsville, AL

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a group of technicians through guidance and mentorship.
• Schedule, perform, and delegate environmental testing.
• Conduct vibration and thermal environmental tests on hardware and electronics assemblies in accordance with program requirements and/or written test procedures.
• Properly handle and process electronic assemblies using established ESD control practices and procedures to prevent foreign object debris/damage (FOD).
• Set up, operate, and maintain specialized vibration and thermal test equipment, following detailed work instructions and calibration standards.
• Accurately record, monitor, and review test data and logs to ensure traceability and compliance.
• Support production and quality assurance processes by ensuring all testing procedures are executed correctly and results are thoroughly documented.
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and cross-functional teams to improve processes, resolve issues, and maintain high quality standards.
• Interpret and work from complex wiring diagrams, assembly drawings, operation sheets, engineering specifications, and process documentation.
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent, plus 4–6 years of relevant technical experience.
• Exceptional leadership qualities.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with working knowledge of electrical systems and components.
• Understanding of torque requirements, tool usage, and calibration/verification practices.
• Familiarity with Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles and tools.
• U.S. Citizenship required, with the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance.

TSC Benefits

• Paid Personal and Military leave and Holidays
• Salary Deferrals into a 401(k) Matching Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Short/Long-Term Disability Plan
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Bonus
• and much more

Employment at TSC is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check, security investigation, and a drug screening. These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing information about compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, TSC is an employee-owned company that has been providing high-quality technical services and solutions for our customers’ for over 50 years. Our diverse portfolio includes providing; Airborne Sensors and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR); Electronic Warfare Systems; Air and Missile Defense; Space Systems, and Intelligence and Information Systems. TSC offers a professional working environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent benefits package.

Come and join our team!