Engineering Technician III

Greenfield Engineering, a Saalex Company is seeking an Engineering Technician III in Lexington Park, MD . Greenfield Engineering provides critical support to Department of Defense customers through engineering, test and evaluation, and technical services. We offer a collaborative work environment, competitive compensation, and comprehensive benefits.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary:  $60k-64k (depending on experience)

Work Location:  Onsite.

Essential Functions:

• Fabricate, assemble, and test cable and wire harness assemblies for avionics test benches.
• Assemble military-style circular connectors and cable assemblies in accordance with engineering drawings, schematics, wire lists, and technical documentation.
• Read and interpret wiring diagrams, assembly drawings, schematics, and technical manuals to support production and installation activities.
• Assist engineers with installation, verification, troubleshooting, and maintenance of cable plant systems and test bench configurations.
• Perform continuity checks, cable verification, and troubleshooting activities utilizing General Purpose Electronic Test Equipment (GPETE) and Special Purpose Electronic Test Equipment (SPETE).
• Diagnose and repair wiring, connector, and cable assembly issues.
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with established technical procedures, quality standards, and customer requirements.
• Maintain and update technical documentation, assembly procedures, and maintenance records as required.
• Assist in the verification and validation of cable plant installations and engineering modifications.
• Safely operate common and specialty hand tools required to perform assembly and maintenance activities.
• Lift and move equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

Requirements

Required:

• 3+ years of experience in cable assembly, electrical assembly, avionics support, or a related technical field.
• Experience reading and interpreting wiring diagrams, schematics, assembly drawings, and technical documentation.
• Experience fabricating cable and wire assemblies, including MIL-STD-1553 cables and military-style circular connectors.
• Experience using common hand tools and electronic test equipment to assemble, troubleshoot, and repair wiring and cable assemblies.
• Ability to distinguish wire and cable color codes.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Desired:

• Experience supporting Navy or Department of Defense programs.
• Experience with avionics systems or test bench environments.
• Familiarity with cable plant installation and verification activities.

Education/Years of Experience:

HS Diploma or GED required and2–3 years of experience in cable assembly, electrical assembly, avionics support, or a related technical field.

Security Clearance:

Active Secret clearance required. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.

Benefits

• Employer Paid Health Care Plans for Employees & Family
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources
• Stock Option Benefit