FLIR Technician

Test, troubleshoot, repair, and when necessary, working with Level 1 maintenance and pod vendors to ensure pod assets assigned to the WSI FLIR laboratory are functioning correctly and are available for scheduled test events.

Tasking will include supporting laboratory, ground and flight tests, and verifying pre-flight pod assets as required to support schedules and performance requirements.

Other tasks includes maintaining configuration control of all EOIR laboratory assets, maintaining a detailed log of all repair actions taken, providing optimal support of the flight test schedule utilizing the available FLIR assets, reprogramming/updating pod software as necessary to support pod OFP changes, setup and maintenance of the lab support equipment necessary for stand‑alone pod operation and for HWIL support for the MC labs.

Interface with all levels of the F/A-18 IPT, as well as other external organizations (i.e., Boeing, NAVAIR, etc.) and exercise independent judgement and initiative to complete assigned tasks in accordance with F/A-18 IPT defined processes.

Additional support requires keeping the FLIR laboratory in presentable condition, conducting lab tours when required and performing COMSEC keying.

Manage own professional development to maintain an understanding of new and developing technologies pertaining to assigned tasks.

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Due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Dow Security clearance for duration of employment, and clearable to the Top‑Secret level.

High School Diploma plus 7 years of experience is required or will accept an associate’s degree plus 5 years.

Working knowledge of MS Office (Excel/PowerPoint/Word).

Effective communication skills.

Ability to acquire and obtain a clearance.

Avionics technician capable of troubleshooting basic electronics circuits and systems.

Knowledge of 4790.26 instructions and maintenance procedures.

Must be familiar with detailed internal functionality of Podded systems as well as all support equipment utilized for maintenance.

Familiarization with F/A-18 (All configurations) aircraft.

Knowledge of Electro-Optical/Infrared (EO/IR) systems and COMSEC procedures.

Prior military experience with knowledge and understanding of technical manuals.

NALCOMIS/OOMA Data Base and METCAL program.

Tool control program, ESD procedures, and general shop/work center duties.

Familiarization with Agile and the ability to work within small groups or Scrum teams.

Salary: the expected range for this position is $61,630 to $99,840 but is subject to change.