Full-time
Posted 15 days ago
Job description
Weapons Engineering Technician- Senior (H40-2026-25249)
Bowhead seeks a Weapons Engineering Technician- Senior to support a newly awarded contract in Dahlgren, VA. This contract will provide configuration management (CM), logistics, mechanical and electrical engineering technician services, field service support, project management, drafting and design, technical writing, and acquisition services to the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD), Unmanned & Expeditionary Weapon Systems (H40) Division and Intelligent Automation (H60) Division.
ResponsibilitiesJob Duties to include but are not limited to:
- Oversee and manage medium size weapons or small munitions operation and testing, maintenance, and sustainment of weapons.
- Contribute to system integration, testing, and troubleshooting of weapon systems and munition testing.
- Document design specifications, implementation details, and test results.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Associates Degree (or higher) in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering technical discipline or four (4) years of military weapons school focusing on medium size weapons or small munitions operation and testing, maintenance, and sustainment of weapons.
- Experience in mechanical and electrical technical areas, and understanding engineering drawings and wiring diagrams, operating electronic, electrical, and mechanical test equipment.
- Experience related to weapons, platform integration, or weapon control systems.
- Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
- Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts
- Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team
Physical Demands:
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
- Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
- Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must currently hold a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.
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Q: What is the career path for a Senior Engineering Technician?
A: A Senior Engineering Technician typically follows a career progression from entry-level roles such as Engineering Technician or Technical Assistant, to mid-level positions like Senior Technician or Technical Specialist, and eventually to senior roles like Senior Engineering Technician or Engineering Lead. Throughout their career, they have opportunities to develop skills in areas like technical problem-solving, project management, and leadership, as well as specialized skills in areas like computer-aided design (CAD), programming languages, or industry-specific software. Long-term, Senior Engineering Technicians may pursue leadership roles, start their own consulting businesses, or transition into engineering management or technical sales positions.
