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Leidos · 1 day ago

Installation Technician

Vista, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$47K/yr - $85K/yr

2+ years exp

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. They are seeking a System Installation Technician to install and upgrade Non-Intrusive Inspection systems for the US Department of Homeland Security, requiring extensive travel and teamwork.

ComputerGovernmentInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyNational SecuritySoftware

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Installs and commissions Mid-Energy Portals (MEP) and Low Energy Portals (LEP), IP6500 Vehicle and Cargo Inspection Systems (VACIS) and Exploranium, Radiation Portal Monitor (RPM) systems

Traveling to customer sites to perform installation, troubleshooting and repair of complex equipment and systems

Performs a variety of maintenance and technical support on products such as equipment, integrated systems and subsystems, and software at customer locations

Support Engineering activities during Factory Acceptance testing

Support Manufacturing activities when not on travel

Ensures that tools and test equipment are properly maintained and calibrated

Supporting Customers during Site Acceptance Testing

Executing all task assigned by the team leader or manager diligently and on schedule

Working with team members to achieve success during installations of equipment and systems

Isolating equipment start-up malfunctions and taking corrective action

Performing ad-hoc and predetermined work assignments with instructions

May be called upon to work on equipment that has little or no documentation or training

Following all established guidelines, procedures, and policies

Assesses product/equipment performance based on experience and support data; recommends modifications or improvements to equipment, documentation, and operating processes

Travel, overtime and work hours other than Monday-Friday may be required

Willing to work on challenging international projects for short durations

Work well with peers from various backgrounds to build effective work relationships

Qualification

NII systems installationElectrical troubleshootingMechanical systems experienceX-ray equipment knowledgeElectrical drawings interpretationNetwork installationPLC experienceCommunicationTeamwork orientation

Required

Current U.S. Citizen with valid U.S. Passport in hand by hire date

HS degree or equivalent

2+ years' experience in field or installation service environments

Must pass criminal background check, drug test and extensive credit check

Physically able to get in narrow spaces, climb ladders / stairs, and carry 50+ lbs. without assistance. Job requires frequent bending, stooping, twisting, turning, and working in unusual positions requiring full body mobility

Must have a valid U.S. Driver's License with Real ID

Preferred

Related Trade experience (electrical, mechanical)/ Military Training in electrical/electronic and mechanical systems. (Equivalence achieved through comparative work and life experience of 2 years of electrical or mechanical field service experience)

Minimum of 2 years' experience directly involved in troubleshooting and repair of Field electrical and electronic systems and equipment

Prior knowledge of X-ray equipment and systems a plus

Individuals shall possess excellent communications skills and have a strong orientation for teamwork. Must be willing and able to travel on short notice

Must be able to work safely and follow safety precautions in extreme environments (temperature, humidity, noise, confined spaces, etc.) around dangerous industrial equipment

Ability to interpret electrical drawings and schematics

Able to lift 50 lbs

75% Travel required

Network installation and configuration is a plus

PLC experience is a plus

Previous field electrical assembly experience

Software integration with electric/mechanical equipment