Test Engineering Technician

SOSi; Maryland; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SOSi is seeking a Test Engineering Technician in Annapolis Junction, Maryland, to support a government program. This role involves evaluation and testing of communications equipment and requires strong technical and collaborative skills.

The ideal candidate should have experience in electrical engineering, along with active TS/SCI clearance. Skills in technical writing and conducting presentations are preferred. Join SOSi for a fast-paced work environment focused on national security solutions.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in electrical engineering.
• Active in-scope TS/SCI with Cl Polygraph.
• Experience conducting formal presentations.

Responsibilities

• Perform test and evaluation of fixed and mobile communications equipment.
• Develop test procedures and plans.
• Provide detailed written test reports.

Skills

Technical writing

Strong oral communication skills

Experience with UHF, HF, ELF systems

Electrical engineering

Education

Degree in systems or electrical engineering

Job description

• Clearance Requirement: Top Secret/SCI w/ CI Poly

Company Description

Founded in 1989, SOSi is among the largest private, founder-owned technology and services integrators in the defense and government services industry. We deliver tailored solutions, tested leadership, and trusted results to enable national security missions worldwide.

Job Description

SOSi is seeking a Test Engineering Technician with C4l and/or C5ISRT experience to support a government program in Annapolis Junction, Maryland. This position will support a multi-functional team and requires both strong technical and collaborative skills. Extensive on the job training will be required and the ideal candidate will embrace the knowledge transfer process.

• Perform test and evaluation of fixed and mobile communications equipment.
• Perform unit and system level testing of equipment for both RF and baseband systems.
• Perform standard engineering, special purpose testing, and analysis, evaluation, reverse engineering, and repair of equipment.
• Identify equipment and system strengths and weaknesses and recommend improvements.
• Develop test procedures and plans.
• Provide detailed written test reports.
• Conduct demonstrations of tests for line and supervisory personnel.

Qualifications

• Active in-scope TS/SCI with Cl Polygraph.
• 5 years of experience in electrical engineering.
• Technical writing experience.
• Strong oral communication skills, including conducting formal presentations.
• Experience with UHF, HF, and ELF frequency spectrums and encrypted communications systems.
• Service in US military or as a contractor/government employee supporting C4I/C5ISRT missions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in systems or electrical engineering.
• Completion of US Military signal school for satellite communications or civilian equivalent.
• 10 years of experience in electrical engineering.

Additional Information

Working Conditions

• Working conditions are normal for an office environment.
• Fast paced, deadline-oriented environment.
• May require periods of non-traditional working hours including consecutive nights or weekends (if applicable).

Working at SOSi

All interested individuals will receive consideration and will not be discriminated against for any reason.