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AMERICAN SYSTEMS · 14 hours ago

Engineering Technician - NASA

Edwards, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$66K/yr - $110K/yr

2+ years exp

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through strategic solutions in various areas including Engineering & Analysis. They are seeking an Engineering Technician to provide hands-on support for the NASA Flight Loads Laboratory, focusing on data acquisition and system integration tasks.

GovernmentInformation Technology

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and implement data collection strategies to support testing activities within the Flight Loads Laboratory

Support all phases of test execution with a primary focus on data acquisition and data handling systems; responsibilities may also include ancillary duties such as serving as a safety monitor or performing other technician-level functions, as required

Serve as an experienced technical troubleshooter with the ability to rapidly identify, isolate, and resolve hardware, software, or system-level issues, including the development and execution of systematic fault-isolation plans

Perform operational integration activities and interface verification checks to ensure system compatibility, functionality, and readiness for test execution

Support information technology security compliance and continuous improvement efforts, including software maintenance, system updates, data archiving, and data recovery processes

Collaborate closely with test engineers to ensure test systems are properly configured, verified, and aligned with the objectives of assigned test campaigns

Perform all work in accordance with NASA ISO AS9100 quality management procedures and applicable regulatory and compliance requirements

Adhere to all safety practices, rules, and requirements outlined in the Safety and Health Plan and other safety communications applicable to the work environment

Provide timely and standardized status reporting to the Senior Technical Lead and/or Functional Area Lead, in accordance with established reporting requirements and schedules

Qualification

Data acquisition systemsTechnical troubleshootingSystem integrationEngineering technologySafety complianceMultidisciplinary teamworkCommunicationTeam collaboration

Required

Must be a U.S. citizen

Must successfully pass drug testing requirements

Must have the ability to obtain and maintain security clearance

Associate's degree with at least 2-4 years of relevant engineering experience

Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English

Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team are required

Must demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, including adherence to established safe work practices and standards, taking responsibility for personal and coworker safety, and encouraging a safe work environment

Must maintain a positive and professional work atmosphere by communicating and interacting effectively with customers, clients, coworkers, and management

Must be capable of performing work activities that require interaction with others, including negotiating, instructing, supervising, persuading, or presenting information

Must be able to work under supervision and respond appropriately and professionally to supervisory guidance and constructive feedback

Must be able to work within established core hours of 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; flexibility may be required based on workload and operational needs

Regular and reliable attendance is essential, except for approved leave such as STD, LTD, FMLA, or authorized time off

Physical Requirements (Medium): Must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects

Some travel may be required, both locally and long distance