Engineering Technician III (SCA Code 30083)

Engineering Technician III (SCA Code 30083)

The Engineering Technician III serves as a key personnel role responsible for supporting engineering operations, testing, and equipment handling. This position requires hands‑on technical expertise, independent execution of recurring assignments, and the ability to adapt standard procedures to meet project requirements. Work is performed with minimal supervision and is reviewed for technical adequacy and compliance with established guidelines.

Responsibilities

Equipment Operation & Handling

• Operate cranes and rigging equipment in compliance with safety and operational standards
• Handle and position equipment for testing and engineering operations

Testing & Experimentation

• Conduct vibration and shock testing, including setup and execution
• Perform tests requiring minor modifications to procedures or configurations
• Operate standard and specialized test equipment and accurately record results

Technical Support & Troubleshooting

• Construct components, subunits, or simple models
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment malfunctions
• Adapt standard equipment or procedures to meet project requirements

Data Collection & Analysis

• Collect, process, and analyze engineering and test data
• Identify inconsistencies, errors, or gaps in data and resolve them
• Prepare data presentations, reports, and documentation

Engineering Assistance

• Support design modifications by compiling relevant technical data
• Review field notes, manuals, and lab reports to extract actionable insights
• Contribute to identifying prior failures and recommending improvements

Documentation & Compliance

• Follow engineering diagrams, layouts, and specifications
• Ensure all work meets technical standards and contractual requirements

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• At least three (3) years of relevant experience in operating a CAT‑III crane, rigging gear handling, conducting vibration and/or shock testing

Desired Qualifications

• Experience operating Linear Bi‑Axial Impact Machine
• Experience operating Medium Weight Shock Machine
• Experience with acceleration data collection and analysis

Position is contingent upon award.

Location: Newport, Rhode Island, United States

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