Systems & Testing Technician - Electrical & Prototyping

Sara INC; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, disability, &

401(k) match

ESOP

Discretionary bonuses

Job summary

Scientific Applications & Research Associates, Inc. (SARA) in Colorado Springs, CO, seeks a Systems and Testing Engineering Technician to join our High Power Electromagnetics Division. You will support lab setup, testing, and field deployments on Pulsed Power and Directed Energy programs, collaborating with engineers and technicians across projects.

The role emphasizes hands-on electrical work, safety, and adaptability in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with travel requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with technical experience preferred.
• 3–5 years of relevant technical experience (or higher education in lieu of experience).
• Electrical background or equivalent on‑the‑job experience; ability to obtain DoD clearance.

Responsibilities

• General engineering and maintenance support for lab and field projects.
• Assist in the lab with setup, diagnostics, fixtures, testing and tear down.
• Support prototyping and testing of Pulsed Power and Directed Energy projects.
• Collaborate with engineers and teams to keep projects on schedule.
• Read blueprints and diagrams; install power equipment and UPS systems.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Effective communication

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Email

Job description

Scientific Applications & Research Associates, Inc. (SARA) in Colorado Springs, CO, seeks a Systems and Testing Engineering Technician to join our High Power Electromagnetics Division. You will support lab setup, testing, and field deployments on Pulsed Power and Directed Energy programs, collaborating with engineers and technicians across projects.

The role emphasizes hands-on electrical work, safety, and adaptability in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with travel requirements.