Engineering Technician I

Job Title: Engineering Technician I Duration: 3+ months | Contract to Hire Location: L anham, MD 20706 Computer & Tech Expert: Diagnoses, troubleshoots, and repairs PC hardware, software, circuit boards, and specialized test equipment while performing regular calibration and maintenance. Data & Excel Specialist: Leverages Excel macros and advanced data analysis to document test results, perform rigorous quality assurance checks, and deduce root causes for complex technical failures. Agile Execution: Highly responsive to direction with a strong willingness to strictly execute orders, seamlessly shift priorities, and multitask effectively in a dynamic environment. Team & Independent Player: Highly adaptable professional who excels when collaborating within a large team, yet is fully capable of working independently to manage deliverables and deadlines. Proactive Problem Solving: Applies creative and deductive reasoning to troubleshoot novel technical issues, taking proactive measures to prevent recurring faults in complex test equipment and radio hardware. Process Execution & Communication: Methodically navigates multi-step testing procedures, clearly conveying routine factual information and project statuses to team leads while proposing actionable solutions to impending obstacles. Communication & Presentation: Accurately follows complex verbal directives and extensive written documentation, with the ability to clearly present work progress, data, and findings during staff meetings. Streamlined Data Tracking & Reporting: Immediately leveraging advanced Excel skills (including macros) to optimize how test results are documented, analyzed, and presented during staff meetings. Rapid Troubleshooting & Quality Assurance: Quickly diagnosing and repairing PC hardware, software, and specialized test equipment while executing strict quality control checks to ensure optimal performance. Agile Execution & Operational Support: Seamlessly adapting to shifting priorities by strictly executing complex verbal and written directives, ensuring multi-step testing procedures are completed accurately whether working independently or supporting the larger team. Software & PC Skills Experience in Microsoft Excel (for data tracking, reporting, and analysis). Solid general computer/PC operating knowledge and basic networking skills. Basic coding skills is a plus