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What is the difference between Software Testing Apprentice vs QA Tester?

AspectSoftware Testing ApprenticeQA Tester
Required CredentialsBasic understanding of testing concepts, often in training or entry-level programsTypically requires a relevant certification or degree in quality assurance or related field
Work EnvironmentTraining programs, entry-level projects, supervised tasksFull-time testing teams, independent testing tasks, collaborative environments
Industry UsageEntry-level role, often a stepping stone in testing careersEstablished role within QA teams across industries
Search & Comparison IntentLearning about entry-level testing roles, training opportunitiesUnderstanding QA roles, career progression in testing

The main difference is that a Software Testing Apprentice is an entry-level trainee gaining foundational skills, often in a training environment, while a QA Tester is a more experienced professional responsible for executing testing plans and ensuring software quality within a team.

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Electronics Technician 2 - Chantilly, VA

Electronics Technician 2 - Chantilly, VA

M.C. Dean, Inc

Chantilly, VA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago

M.C. Dean rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 43 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

208th of 355 rated engineering

Job description

Overview
About M.C. Dean
M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence®. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions for the nation's most mission-critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. With over 9,000 employees, our capabilities span electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life safety, automation and controls, audiovisual, and IT systems. Headquarters in Tysons, Virginia, M.C. Dean delivers resilient, secure, and innovative power and technology solutions through engineering expertise and smart systems integration.
Why Join Us?
Our people are passionate about engineering innovation that improves lives and drives impactful change. Guided by our core values-agility, expertise, and trust-we foster a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment. At M.C. Dean, we are committed to building the next generation of technical leaders in electrical, engineering, and cybersecurity industries.
We are seeking a Electronics Technician 2 to join our Security and Electronic Systems (SES) business Unit. As part of (SES) Strategic Business Unit you will be part of a team that designs, engineers, integrates, operates and maintains electronic security services inclusive of intrusion detection, access control, biometric authentication, video surveillance, audio visual, it systems, perimeter defense and command and control systems for federal, local and commercial customers across high-growth markets.
Responsibilities
Executes various technical tasks and responsibilities within field operations. Performs on-site installations, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs of equipment and systems. Ensures the functionality and reliability of various technologies. Key duties include conducting site surveys, configuring hardware and software, testing systems for proper operation, and providing technical support to customers. Field Technicians must possess strong problem-solving skills, technical proficiency, and the ability to communicate effectively with clients and team members.
  • Utilizes and comprehends project Safety plan (JHA, AHA, PFW), enforcing adherence to M.C. Dean handbook and policies.
  • Analyzes and interprets complete M.C. Dean drawing packages to assess constructability, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
  • Verifies correct charges in timesheets on projects, executing installation and maintenance activities within planned durations.
  • Tracks and inventories tools, conducting consistent tool inspections and performing tool inventory at the end of each day for assigned tools and equipment.
  • Participates in10-minute daily ORM meetings, ensuring team compliance with safety requirements.
  • Participates in PITCO plan creation and build out, executing PITCO plan to include testing to verify high quality.
  • Installs system raceway, cabling, equipment racks, enclosures, panels, and all mounting hardware components, ensuring proper grounding and adherence to NEC standards. • Terminates, tests, and configures electronic devices, network and IT equipment.
  • Racks and stacks head end equipment, terminates and performs cable terminations and accessories associated with industry standards.
  • Communicates consistently with MC Dean Project Teams, exhibiting dedication, punctuality, and preparedness for work.
  • Acts as a collaborative teammate, providing and absorbing constructive feedback with both internal and external customers in a positive manner.
  • Plans and prioritizes tasks effectively, understanding and embodying the M.C. Dean vision, mission, and values.
  • Survey and document existing field conditions, providing feedback and recommendations to the project team. • This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job duties and responsibilities. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
  • 100% travel role

Qualifications
Clearance/Citizen Type: Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and may meet eligibility requirements, including U.S. Citizenship, for access to classified information; ACTIVE TS/SCI CLEARANCE with the ability to obtain a Polygraph is REQUIRED
Key Requirements:
  • Requires a Valid driver's license. This position may require ongoing or intermittent use of a company vehicle.
  • Selected candidates must possess an acceptable driving record in accordance to our policy

Education:
  • HS diploma or GED Military Electronics Training (minimum 720 classroom hours) or
  • Graduation from an accredited Electronics Technician program or
  • Graduation from an Electrical Apprenticeship program
  • An additional three (3) years of electronics installation and/or maintenance activities

Required Progressive Experience:
  • 4+ years of electronics installation and/or maintenance activities on multiple systems and with multiple customer programs
  • Strong Oral, Written and Presentation Skills.
  • Demonstrated background working with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Demonstrated time management and organization skills to meet deadlines and quality objectives.
  • Requires a Valid driver's license. This position may require ongoing or intermittent use of a company vehicle.
  • Selected candidates must possess an acceptable driving record in accordance to our policy

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Vendor certifications in multiple IDS, ACS, and CCTV systems CCURE, Lenel, Identiv/Hirsch Velocity, Bosch Radionics, Bosch CCTV, Bosch BVMS, AIphone Intercom Systems Airphone, FFT, DIVAR, Windows operating systems & certifications and experience in installation of said systems.
  • Graduation from an accredited Electronics Technician program or
  • Graduation from an Electrical Apprenticeship program
  • 3 years of the above experience must be focused in electronic security systems
  • Strong MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint Skills is a plus.

What we offer:
  • A collaborative team inspired by the way engineering and innovation enhance customer outcomes, improve lives, and change the world for the better. We are driven by our core values of agility, expertise, and trust.
  • An opportunity to lead and build a business with the support of an industry-leading firm that has been in business for 75 years.
  • Investment in your skills and expertise through a combination of professional and technical training programs, including leadership training and tuition reimbursement.
  • Open and transparent communication with senior leadership as well as local office management.

Abilities:
  • The position requires the ability to lift, carry, and move objects weighing up to [50 pounds] on a regular basis. Candidates must demonstrate physical strength and stamina to perform various tasks, including but not limited to, loading, and unloading, operating equipment, and assisting in the transportation of various materials. Proper lifting techniques and safety protocols must be followed to ensure personal and team safety.
  • Relocates a 12 foot stepladder without assistance.
  • Works at various heights up to 60 feet and can climb and maintain balance on scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks and all types of ladders.
  • Walks, climbs, lifts, squats, crawls, kneels, pushes, pulls and reaches overhead on a routine and repetitive basis.
  • Possess good vision (may be corrected vision), the ability to see in color, and the ability to hear and communicate in English.
  • May use a standard ladder without exceeding the weight limit while carrying tools.
  • Tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
  • Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
  • Combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (including finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
  • See details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  • Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

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M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence®. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions for the nation's most recognizable mission-critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. The company's capabilities include electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life-safety, instrumentation and control, and command and control systems. M.C. Dean is headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, and employs more than 5,100 professionals who engineer and deploy automated, secure, and resilient power and technology systems; and deliver the management platforms essential for long-term system sustainability.

Industry

Engineering professional services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Tysons, VA, US

Year founded

1949

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