Engineering Technician II - Data Acquisition and Analysis - PRTR

Job Information

• Job Code: 2026:
• Location:
  
  Fairfax, VA
• FT/PT Status:
  Full Time
• Business Sector:
  Facilities Management and Operations

Engineering Technician II — Data Acquisition and Analysis – PRTR

PENDING CONTRACT AWARD

The Engineering Technician II at the Potomac River Test Range (PRTR) will have a foundational understanding of instrumentation supporting the testing of weapon systems. In this role, you will contribute to the successful execution of test operations. This role is ideal for a candidate who excels in documentation, analysis, and team‑oriented environments, and who is committed to supporting high quality testing processes.

• Data Acquisition and Analysis in support of Weapons Systems and Munitions Testing
• Work cohesively with Government, Military, and fellow contractor personnel as a team member in a collaborative environment
• Maintain test records, logs, and data
• Provide technical input on current test planning, execution, and reporting activities
• Point out deviations and provide recommendations for remediation
• Note/observe equipment malfunctions
• Observe and report safety hazards to onsite safety personnel
• Apply scientific skill and knowledge gained from previous technical coursework or experience, on the job training, mentorship, and/or individual study
• Review test documentation to assess adequacy, objectives and system test/system checkout procedures with respect to criteria based on appropriate military standards
• Prepare Test Incident Reports (TIRs) documenting mission timeline
• Record deviations from procedure and equipment failure/anomalies
• Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance
• Monitor test events to assess test conformity with approved test plans
• Provide updates where discrepancies are observed
• Maintain logs (written and/or digital) to record equipment failure, data collection problems and deviations from planned procedures
• Perform standardized or prescribed assignments involving a sequence of related operations
• Follow standard work methods on recurring assignments but receive explicit instructions on unfamiliar assignments
• Technical adequacy of routine work is reviewed on completion and non‑routine work may be reviewed in progress
• Follow specific instructions
• Assemble or construct simple or standard equipment or parts
• Service or repair simple instruments or equipment
• Adjust and operate equipment
• Extract engineering data from various prescribed but non‑standardized sources
• Process the data following well‑defined methods including elementary algebra and geometry
• Present the data in prescribed form
• Other duties as assigned

• High school diploma or equivalent, with some vocational or technical training desired
• Three (3) years of experience performing standardized or prescribed assignments involving a sequence of related operations, following standard work methods on recurring assignments but receiving explicit instructions on unfamiliar assignments
• Proven technical assembly and troubleshooting skills for standard test equipment
• Ability to perform basic instrument repair and maintenance procedures
• Thorough knowledge of testing procedures and data acquisition techniques relevant to T&E
• Demonstrated attention to detail to ensure accuracy in data recording, equipment maintenance, and testing procedures within the T&E process
• Communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively and train lower‑level technicians, ensuring technical standards are upheld throughout the teams

• Military experience
• Prior experience working in a T&E environment
• Involvement in testing and troubleshooting military‑grade systems

• The work of this position is performed in an environmentally controlled office environment
• Must be capable of sitting and entering data on a computer keyboard for extended periods of time
• Must be able to view the computer monitor for extended periods of time
• Must be capable of lifting 25 lbs unassisted
• Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the duties and responsibilities