Engineering Technician IV Security Clearance

Position: Engineering Technician IV with Security Clearance
Description Saalex is seeking an Engineering Technician in Oxnard, CA/Santa Cruz Island, CA. Saalex is an Engineering and Information Technology Services company with a focus on Test Range Operations and Management, Engineering and Logistics Services, Data Analytics and Business Intelligence Services and Information Technology Services. Position Type:
Full-Time Salary: $32.85/hour

Work Location:

Hybrid work schedule. See below working conditions.

Essential Functions:

* Monitor, service, and calibrate diverse electronic, mechanical, and ground equipment systems

* Develop and maintain technical data and documentation, including maintenance procedures, technical manuals, troubleshooting guides, and drawings

* Support test and evaluation, system checkout, and certification activities, including verification of off-site systems

* Provide customer-facing support for system installation, testing, and fabrication activities

* Operate and maintain heavy equipment (e.g., bulldozers, graders, backhoes) for road grading, erosion control, and site maintenance

* Perform facilities maintenance, including basic plumbing, electrical troubleshooting, and structural repairs

* Maintain logs, records, and databases for generators, fleet vehicles, and inventory tracking

* Manage hazardous materials (HAZMAT) in accordance with environmental and safety requirements

* Ensure compliance with environmental, military, and safety regulations, maintaining organized records and documentation

* Other duties as assigned or required Requirements

Required:

* Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex mechanical and electrical issues independently in a remote environment

* Proficiency in operating and maintaining heavy equipment (e.g., bulldozers, graders, backhoes)

* Strong written, verbal, and analytical communication skills for interfacing with military and civilian stakeholders

* Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a remote, multi-disciplinary role Desired:
* Experience supporting remote or austere environments

* Experience with HAZMAT handling and environmental compliance requirements

* Familiarity with preventative maintenance systems and lifecycle documentation

* Experience working with DoD or military customers Education/

Experience:

* Vocational or technical training beyond high school or equivalent military training required

* Minimum 7 years of directly related experience Security Clearance:
Must be eligible to obtain a Secret clearance. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.

Working Conditions:

* Work schedule consists of 8 consecutive 10-hour workdays onsite followed by 6 days off

* 100% of on-site work is performed at Santa Cruz Island (remote environment)

* Employees are required to remain on the island for the full 8-day work rotation (no off-island travel during shift), but are Not on call 24/7 - responsibilities are limited to scheduled working hours

* Lodging is provided in on-site barracks accommodations during the work rotation

* Requires 2-hour ferry transit to and from the island at the start and end of each rotation

* Frequent lifting (up to 50 lbs) and extended periods of standing, walking on uneven terrain, and exposure to outdoor environmental conditions Benefits
* Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

* Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

* Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

* Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

* Short Term & Long Term Disability

* Training & Development

* Wellness Resources

* Stock Option Plan