Test Technician III at Sierra Nevada Corporation — Sparks, NV

Do you enjoy conducting trials and analyzing data for product assurance? We may have the career opportunity you desire! The Test Technician III leads advanced testing processes and provides mentorship to junior technicians. They are responsible for developing and optimizing testing protocols and often interface with customers and suppliers to address technical concerns. This role requires significant experience and expertise in troubleshooting complex systems.

The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains – air, land, sea, space and cyber.

Responsibilities

• Lead advanced testing processes.
• Develop and optimize testing protocols.
• Interface with customers and suppliers for technical issues.
• Provide mentorship to junior and intermediate technicians.
• Collaborate with engineering to enhance product quality.
• Conduct failure analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Oversee the implementation of new testing methodologies.
• Review and update test plans and procedures as needed.
• Assist in training and onboarding new technicians.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and company policies.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Associate's degree in a related field of study.
• 3+ years' experience as a technician or in a related field.
• Relevant experience can be considered as a substitute for the required educational qualifications. In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 5 years of related experience is required.
• Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
• Ability to understand and interpret basic technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals, and/or publications.
• Thorough understanding of test concepts and techniques.
• Progressive experience with standard laboratory test, calibration, and other measurement equipment.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Associate's degree with a focus on Electronics.
• Familiarity with MIL Standard 810 Test Standards.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense, or US Military.
• Certification in Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing.
• Familiarity with regulatory standards and compliance.

Essential Functions:

• Perform testing processes on equipment, including the ability to lift up to 25 lbs regularly.
• Conduct fault isolation and troubleshooting, requiring hand/finger dexterity.
• Analyze and document test results, spending significant time on computers.
• Work in potentially hazardous or loud environments, following safety protocols.
• Ability to travel may be required.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.