Engineering Tech Support - Level 2

Engineering Tech Support - Level 2 provides technical support for Integration and Test (I&T) activities involving spacecraft RF components. This role is 100% onsite in Dulles, VA and supports RF hardware installation, assembly, and documentation-driven work in a controlled environment.

Location and Schedule

• Location: Dulles, VA (onsite)
• Work arrangement: 100% onsite; no telecommute
• Schedule: 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off
• Flexibility: additional flexibility for off-shift work, weekends, and overtime

Travel

• Domestic travel: up to 25%
• Travel is intended to support launch campaign requirements

Responsibilities

• Interpret detailed work instructions, RF schematics, system block diagrams, and complex engineering documentation.
• Assemble electromechanical and electronic components, including spacecraft RF cabling and waveguide assemblies.
• Support integration of critical spaceflight RF hardware (attenuators, couplers, filters, antennas) with attention to detail, safety, and quality.
• Follow established ISO processes, cleanroom protocols, RF component handling guidelines (including minimum bend radius and waveguide flange protection), and operational procedures.
• Apply general technical knowledge in mechanical and RF assemblies, including use of precision torque tools and basic electrical/RF measuring devices.
• Coordinate daily with work center management, RF engineers, and mechanical/electrical leads to communicate work status and address technical issues.
• Work effectively within a diverse team and accept constructive feedback from Safety and Quality personnel.
• Demonstrate organizational skills, adaptability, precision, and a proactive approach aligned to mission success.
• Provide timely status updates and flag technical issues to shop leads and Work Center management to address potential impacts to quality or schedule.

Required Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience: 2 years additional education and/or related experience
• Security clearance: ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Top-Secret security clearance
• Basic knowledge of electronics (voltage, resistance) and awareness of RF components (coaxial cables, connectors, antennas) and basic RF test/measurement concepts.
• Knowledge of electrical measurements (AC/DC, resistance) and mechanical troubleshooting techniques.
• Understanding of cleanroom operations and spacecraft handling protocols.
• Ability to lift and position objects up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform repetitive motion tasks such as standing, bending, squatting, leaning, and working with tool tethers.
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including 2nd and 3rd shift schedules, weekends, and overtime as needed.

Technologies

• Coaxial cables
• Semi-rigid cables
• Waveguides
• Precision torque tools
• Network Analyzers
• Spectrum Analyzers
• Power meters

Compensation

• Salary range: USD 56,000 - 93,400 per year

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Savings plan
• Company paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business