Sr Engineering Technician

Sr Engineering Technician

Location US-VA-Dahlgren

ID 2026-11246

Category

Electronics Technician

Position Type

Regular Full-Time

Application Open Date

6/1/2026

Salary Statement

Estimated Starting Salary Range: USD $30.28/Hr. - USD $50.47/Hr. Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Description

The Senior RF Engineering Technician provides advanced technical support to shipboard antenna overhaul and assessments. This critical role focuses on the restoration, evaluation, and qualification of naval antenna systems. The ideal candidate functions as a self-starter under minimal oversight, executing complex engineering test procedures to ensure Navy communications, and electronic warfare systems function safely and reliably in their intended operational electromagnetic environments.

Core Responsibilities:

Antenna Restoration & Evaluation:

Overhauling, restoring, and tuning specialized antenna systems, conducting rigorous technical evaluations to ensure all performance parameters strictly meet specified Navy and DoD operational standards

Shipboard Integration (MIL-STD-1310):

• Applying expert knowledge of MIL-STD-1310 to implement proper grounding, bonding, and shielding protocols, mitigating electromagnetic interference (EMI) and hazards on naval platforms

Schematic Interpretation:

• Reading, interpreting, and accurately working from complex engineering schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical drawings to modify, build, or repair RF subassemblies

RF Testing & Diagnostics:

• Configuring and operating specialized RF test suites, utilizing Network Analyzers , Time Domain Reflectometers (TDRs) , multi-meters, and spectrum analyzers to isolate faults, measure VSWR, and map transmission lines

Precision Assembly & Soldering:

• Performing high-reliability soldering of micro-electronic components and complex subcomponents, ensuring all work meets rigorous industry standards for Soldered Electrical and Electronic Assemblies

Technical Documentation:

• Authoring detailed engineering records, including test plans, comprehensive test results, analytical evaluations, and technical presentations for senior leadership and engineering staff

Field & Lab Support:

• Supporting testing activities within specialized chambers (e.g., mode-stirred or anechoic) as well as operational field environments

Leadership & Mentorship:

• Leading day-to-day operations of laboratory/range environments, providing on-the-job mentorship and technical guidance to junior RF technicians

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Requirements

• 10 years of specialized technical experience in antenna or RF restoration process and evaluating antennas to ensure operation is with specifications
• Experience in the proper application of MIL-STD-1310 with respect to grounding and bonding
• Experience with reading and understanding antenna schematics and drawings
• Experience using RF test equipment, such as multi-meters, Time Domain Reflectometers (TDRs) and Network Analyzers
• Experience with soldering electronic components and subcomponents to meet industry standard for Soldered Electrical and Electronic Assemblies
• Experienced in preparing technical documents, which include test plans/reports, analytical evaluations, and presentations

Desired Skills

• N/A

Clearance Information

SRC IS A CONTRACTOR FOR THE U.S. GOVERNMENT, THIS POSITION WILL REQUIRE U.S. CITIZENSHIP AS WELL AS, A U.S. GOVERNMENT SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE SECRET LEVEL

Travel Requirements

• Up to 10% domestic travel

About Us

Scientific Research Corporation is an advanced information technology and engineering company that provides innovative products and services to government and private industry, as well as independent institutions. At the core of our capabilities is a seasoned team of highly skilled engineers and scientists with multidisciplinary backgrounds. This team is challenged daily to provide cutting edge technology solutions to our clients.

SRC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with a company match, life insurance, vacation and sick paid time off accruals with amounts increasing based on role and years of service, 11 paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and a work environment that encourages excellence and more. For positions requiring a security clearance, selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

EEO

Scientific Research Corporation is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate in employment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law.

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