Engineering Lead Technician; Onsite

Location: US-VA-STERLING-291 ~ 22640 Davis Dr ~ DAVIS

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Country: United States of America

Location: US-VA-STERLING-291 ~ 22640 Davis Dr ~ DAVIS

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance:
Top Secret

Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology. Are you a technically skilled problem-solver who enjoys working with complex hardware and advanced technology systems? As an Engineering Technician, you'll be a key contributor to the integration, testing, maintenance, and deployment of sophisticated simulation and training solutions that support critical customer missions.

This role offers a unique blend of hands‑on technical work, collaboration with engineering teams, and travel opportunities, making it an excellent fit for professionals seeking variety, challenge, and career growth in a fast‑paced environment.

• Support engineering teams with integration, troubleshooting, testing, and maintenance of simulation and training systems.
• Perform hardware upgrades, repairs, and system modifications to support engineering development and program requirements.
• Travel to customer and program sites to support system installations, troubleshooting, testing, and technical issue resolution.
• Diagnose complex hardware and system issues, identify root causes, and implement effective corrective actions.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and program teams to resolve technical challenges and maintain program schedules.
• Support rack assembly, chassis integration, cable/wire harness assembly, and equipment configuration.
• Manage lab equipment, assets, and hardware configurations to ensure availability and operational readiness.
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, system checkouts, and operational testing of lab and training devices.
• Provide technical guidance and support to team members while ensuring compliance with safety, security, and operational requirements.
• 25% Travel

• Gain hands‑on experience supporting engineering labs, simulation systems, and specialized test equipment.
• Develop technical skills in troubleshooting, maintaining, and integrating complex hardware and software systems.
• Expand your knowledge of system installations, testing, and field support activities.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to support development, testing, and resolution of technical issues.
• Gain exposure to aerospace and defense programs while supporting a variety of engineering projects.

• Typically requires an AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 8 years relevant experience
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
• Experience troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining complex electronic or electromechanical systems.
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.

• Experience supporting simulation systems, training devices, or aerospace and defense test equipment.
• Experience with system integration, hardware upgrades, rack/chassis assembly, and cable/wire harness fabrication.
• Experience supporting customer‑site installations, field troubleshooting, and…