Engineering Technician VI

Overview

SCCI is seeking an Engineering Technician VI to support a Gun Weapons System (GWS) laboratory environment. The role requires critical thinking, troubleshooting, and repairing complex gun weapon systems in a fast‑paced team setting. The successful candidate must be able to learn new technical concepts quickly. This position is located in Dahlgren, VA
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SCCI offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability benefits, 401(k) with company match, 2 weeks of paid vacation, 56 hours of sick/personal leave, and 11 paid holidays.

• Provides laboratory maintenance by creating and maintaining a shipboard functional
• Develops and executes test plans, procedures, and cases for weapon systems and subsystems in a laboratory environment
• Conduces system‑level testing to validate and verify performance against design requirements and specifications
• Analyzes test data to identify, document, and report on system anomalies, failures, and deficiencies
• Prepares comprehensive test reports and provides recommendations for corrective actions
• Works in a fast‑paced team environment that requires critical thinking, troubleshooting, and repairing complex gun weapon systems in a timely manner
• Configures and maintains the system integration lab (SIL) and test‑bed environments, including hardware, software, and networking components
• Performs integration and testing of weapon system software and hardware components
• Troubleshoots and debugs complex issues to isolate the root cause of failures
• Collaborates with design engineers, software developers, and program managers to resolve technical issues and ensure system integrity
• Supports the planning and execution of developmental and operational test events
• Ensures all testing activities are conducted safely and in accordance with established protocols and regulations

• Must be a U.S. Citizen and have an Active Secret Security Clearance
• High school diploma
• 15 years of experience applying engineering services to engagement system components and assemblies
• Experience developing and testing solutions to solve technical problems in research and development, manufacturing, inspection, and maintenance, and assisting engineers in inspecting products, conducting tests, and collecting data
• Ability to be proactive and self‑driven to deliver high quality results in a fast‑paced environment
• Hardware/Electronics Technician Certification or equivalent experience or training
• Experience assembling military‑style connectors and copper cabling
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced team environment
• Self‑motivated to drive projects to completion with minimal supervision when required
• Ability to plan and coordinate individual assignments to meet project goals
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

• Experience in a test and evaluation environment, preferably with a focus on defense or Naval systems
• Knowledge of systems engineering principles and the system development lifecycle
• Experience with test automation, scripting languages (e.g., Python), and data analysis tools
• Familiarity with military standards or NAVSEA standards or other regulatory requirements is highly desirable
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Experience with electrical wiring and troubleshooting up to 440V
• Experience building and wiring combat systems from the ground up that includes military fiber, copper cabling, and RS232
• Experience building prototype mechanical devices to support lab efficiency
• Knowledge of how electromechanical devices operate and the ability to troubleshoot
• Knowledge of complex lab infrastructure that includes cooling, wiring, conduit and overall efficiency

SCCI is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to meet the needs of employees and their families. EOE of Veterans and Disabilities.