PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for understanding space COMSEC product technical capabilities and their applications.
• Provide organic solutions and/or system upgrades and/or modification to legacy COMSEC and non-COMSEC, to include but not limited to, special test equipment and environmental test equipment.
• Identify deficiencies during testing and report findings to the Government Chief of Maintenance and/or Lead Engineer.
• Review pertinent data to perform root cause analysis to verify the sustainability of the equipment.
• Ensure equipment meets all specifications, interoperability requirements, and is properly integrated for usability.
• Test and provide technical support for equipment after any system upgrades, modifications, and/or implementation of any new organic test equipment.
• Update or write Technical Orders, Test Procedures, Engineering Change Proposals, Technical Evaluations, Safety Analysis, Failure Modes and Effects Analysis, Repair Process, Test Plans/Procedures, and Technical Data Packages (TDP) for Space COMSEC products and equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+   experience   and   knowledge   with   electronic   theory  and   equipment   characteristics, especially cryptologic systems, extensive experience in troubleshooting and maintenance of electronic  equipment (digital and  analog), as  well as electronic test equipment and space flight certification testing (vibe, thermal vacuum, thermal cycling).
• Experience  with  areas  of  anomaly  resolution/troubleshooting,  test  and  evaluations,  and software coding for test.
• Working knowledge in LabVIEW Software and experience with National Instrument Test Hardware Systems.
• Bachelor's  Degree  or  higher  in  professional  engineering  with  at  least  one  curriculum accredited  by  the  Accreditation  Board  for  Engineering  and  Technology  (ABET)  as a professional engineer curriculum.

REQUIRED LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS

• TS/SCI clearance required with a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) within the last 5 year
• An additional background check will also be required prior to receiving access to a space COMSEC facility
• Valid driver’s license and must be a U.S. Citizen

COMPETENCIES

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Problem  Solving  -  Identifies  and  resolves  problems  in  a  timely  manner;  Gathers  and analyzes  information  skillfully;  Develops  alternative  solutions;  Works  well  in  group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Technical   Skills   -   Assesses   own   strengths   and   weaknesses;   Pursues   training   and development opportunities;  Strives  to  continuously  build  knowledge  and  skills;  Shares  expertise with others.
• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• Teamwork  -  Balances  team  and  individual  responsibilities;  Exhibits  objectivity  and openness  to  others'  views;  Gives  and  welcomes  feedback;  Contributes  to  building  a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Judgment   -   Displays   willingness   to   make   decisions;   Exhibits   sound   and   accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision- making process; Makes timely decisions.
• Professionalism  -  Approaches  others  in  a  tactful  manner;  Reacts  well  under  pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Quality  -  Demonstrates  accuracy  and  thoroughness;  Looks  for  ways  to  improve  and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Attendance/Punctuality   -    Is    consistently   at    work   and   on   time;   Ensures   work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Dependability   -   Follows   instructions,   responds   to   management   direction;   Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.