Senior Engineering Technician

Thales Defense & Security, Inc. (TDSI) Headquartered in Clarksburg, MD, is a U.S. company that has been serving domestic and international defense Air, Land and Sea domains for 60+ years. With over 1,000 employees, TDSI and its four subsidiaries (Advanced Acoustic Concepts, Digital Receiver Technology, Tampa Microwave, and Trusted Cyber Technologies), supports U.S. Joint Services, special operations forces and multi-national partners with a variety of communication, visualization, signal intelligence/electronic warfare, and sensor/sonar capabilities. TDSI’s key technologies include tactical handheld radios, expeditionary satellite terminals, helmet-mounted displays, optics and target recognition capability, advanced radars, undersea sensing and missile systems. Lives depend on what we do! 

Top Benefits (Subject to terms of applicable policies/plans) 

• Competitive Salary 

• Yearly Incentive Compensation Plan  

• Medical insurance for self and eligible family members 

• Generous 401(k) program- up to 7% company contribution and 100% immediate vesting 

• Tuition Reimbursement 

• Paid wellness, vacation, and holiday leave 

• Paid maternity, paternity, and parental leave 

• 9/80 Work Schedule (every other Friday off) 

We are excited to announce that we have an opening in our Clarksburg, MD office for a Senior Engineering Technician. This role reports to the Product Support Engineering Manager.

Responsibilities 

• Perform technician functions including assembly, testing, and intermediate debugging of hardware, software, circuit boards, and cables.

• Perform engineering lab support functions to include parts ordering, material stocking, equipment calibration, equipment assignment, and general lab maintenance. 
• Perform verification/validation testing with documented test plan from engineer. 
• Independently perform advanced technician functions with minimal input from engineer. 
• Update test plans and reports. 
• Create computer-controlled test programs. 

Qualifications  

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

• U.S. Citizenship required. - Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. 
• ASEE or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of experience as an engineering Technician.
• Process practical and theoretical knowledge of electronics.
• Ability to read schematics, interpret assembly drawings, and work instructions.
• Working knowledge of test equipment: oscilloscopes, power supplies, meters, etc.
• Experience utilizing software tool Lab View and Microsoft Office.

• Ability to load software at board and component level. 
• Able to operate Thales Equipment and load presets and code at unit level  

• Demonstrates exceptional organizational skills and a strong, dependable work ethic.
• Able to effectively manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to comply with all Company guidelines, policies, procedures and embrace Company Core Values. 

The hourly pay range for this role is $34.16 - $43.65 USD along with a target incentive compensation plan (ICP) 3%. The pay range provided is a good faith estimate representative of the experience level for the role described above.  TDSI considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. 

For specific questions about this job posting, candidates may contact talent acquisition at careers@thalesdsi.com.  

Thales Defense & Security, Inc. is committed to non-discrimination as applicable under federal, state and local laws. We are an E-Verify Employer. 

If you need an accommodation or assistance in order to apply for a position with Thales Defense & Security, Inc., please call Human Resources at 240-864-7000. 

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