Controls Eng Technician II; Field Service Representative

Job Summary

We are seeking Technician II candidates to support our field service engineering team with Active Protection System (APS). The selected candidates will provide hands-on technical expertise, supporting the installation, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of APS kits on various military vehicles and platforms. Individuals in this role will interact with U.S. military personnel, foreign supplier partners, vehicle prime contractors, and other stakeholders while operating at customer sites.

Travel may include OCONUS trips. Ability to obtain a Security Clearance is required.

• Requires basic skills in an analytical or scientific method or operational process
• Works within clearly defined standard operating procedures and/or scientific methods and adheres to quality guidelines
• Works with close supervision
• Performs manual tasks according to established procedures

• Supports the engineering design and development of electrical control and automation systems and devices.
• Provides setup, configuration, troubleshooting and repair of electrical control systems and prototypes.
• Assists with testing of systems, devices, and instruments.
• Documents testing procedures, and measures and records performance results following established methods.
• Maintains the inventory of supplies and tools used for testing and maintenance.

• Conduct diagnostic testing, identify system faults, and provide appropriate remedial actions in the field.
• Installs and calibrate various production system platforms to ensure proper functioning.
• Engage directly with customers, suppliers, contractors, and other stakeholders involved in projects.

• Required education and experience:
  Vocational/Technical Training Degree and 1-2 years' experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience

• Preferred education and experience:
  Associate's Degree
• Discipline/Major:
  Technical training preferred
• Knowledge, skills & abilities:
  Electronic Equipment Installation. Engineering Support. Laboratory Supply Management. Performance Analysis. Technical Troubleshooting. Testing Result Reporting. Control Systems. Electro-Mechanical Components/Instruments. Test Documentation. Equipment Repairs. Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) Software.

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
• Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.
• May need to stand for long periods of time.
• Work may require employee to work inside and outside with exposure to changing climate and/or operate machinery.
• May be requested to work a different shift.
• This position is Safety-Sensitive.
• Must be willing to work outside normal business hours as required.

More than 50% travel likely.

$47,090.00 - $63,710.00

The salary range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum for salary for this position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, internal equity, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the range during the hiring process.

Hired applicant may be eligible to participate in the Company’s Gain Sharing Program.

Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and basic life insurance as well as pre-tax spending accounts. Employees are also able to enroll in the company's 401k plan and are eligible for the Non-Contributory Retirement Contribution. In addition to the benefits discussed above, the company offers the following voluntary benefits:
Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Identify Theft Protection, Enhanced Legal Services, Auto and Home Insurance, Pet Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Educational Assistance.

Employees will receive 11 paid holidays and 120 hours of PTO annually and up to 3 weeks paid family leave.

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The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.