AT&T · 5 hours ago
Engineering Technician (Government)
Columbia, MD
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$52K/yr - $111K/yrAT&T Global Public Sector is a trusted provider of secure, IP enabled, cloud-based, network solutions and professional services to the Federal Government. The Engineering Technician role involves supporting mission critical operations across large scale computer systems and networks, focusing on assembly, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance to ensure reliable operations.
CollaborationCommunications InfrastructureMobileService IndustryTelecommunicationsWireless
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Provide system assembly, maintenance, troubleshooting and shipping
Provide system and component assembly, disassembly, unit testing, life cycle support, and transition to operations
Assist with software upgrades as requested by the Government
Assist with software maintenance teams to troubleshoot software defects (at the Government’s discretion)
Support software/TAG upgrades
Monitor operational capability of large-scale computer systems and the health of systems using Government-provided tools. Includes power, cooling and applications
Watch status screens to detect hardware or application failures that reduce processing capability
Alert appropriate support personnel when alert detected. Record their timeframes
Provide daily pass-down reports for the next shift and Government personnel
Interface with facilities personnel (Government and contractor) to ensure continuous system operation
Track daily metrics and provide monthly status reports. Report all SW problems to appropriate teams. Provide daily progress/status reports by shift to appropriate Government personnel. o Assist the Government with improving requalification test and processes to improve systems stability and longevity
Participate in familiarization training and other forms of training as required to support operational systems
Participating in team meetings to ensure integration planning and maintenance implementation meet Government support requirements
Qualification
Required
Candidates must have experience with an understanding of the concepts, procedures and guidelines to solve highly complex problems in the maintenance and hardware/software network infrastructure
Must have a high school or GED degree
Required Clearance: TS/SCI with polygraph
Preferred
Desired skills of troubleshooting and fault isolation, multitasking, IT hardware repair, and working in a team environment
Benefits
Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
401(k) plan
Tuition reimbursement program
Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays) \•Pro-rated when working less than 40 hrs/wk.
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Caregiver Leave
Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
Adoption Reimbursement
Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
Life and Accidental Death Insurance
Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
Extensive employee wellness programs
Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone
Company
AT&T
AT&T is a telecommunications company that provides wireless communications, internet and digital television services.
Founded in 1983
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$5.04BKey Investors
National Telecommunications and Information Administration
2025-09-19Post Ipo Debt· $5B
2024-02-12Grant· $42.3M
2023-01-19Grant· $2.2M
Leadership Team
Jeremy Legg
Chief Technology Officer
Pascal Desroches
Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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