Engineering Specialist/Technician - Entry to Experienced Level (MD, UT), National Security Agency, Fort George G Meade, MD
National Security Agency -
Fort George G Meade, MD,
US
Engineering Specialist/Technician - Entry to Experienced Level (MD, UT)
Date Posted: 2024-05-01
Job description
Responsibilities Do you have vocational/technical training in Technical Trades, Electronics, Computers, Drafting, Engineering, or Networking? Do you enjoy building, installing, modifying, repairing, fabricating prototyping parts/mechanisms, and/or testing electronic equipment? The National Security Agency (NSA) is seeking highly motivated Engineering Specialists/Technicians - Technical Trades to help build, install, modify, repair, fabricate prototype parts/mechanisms, and/or test electronic equipment. We have opportunities at our NSA Headquarters and at our NSA Hawaii regional center. The responsibilities of an Engineering Specialist/Technician may include: Installing, operating, maintaining, troubleshooting and/or repairing of equipment and systems in accordance with applicable standards and processes Performing rack, stack, and cabling of equipment in IT machine rooms Maintaining Configuration Items (CI) in a centralized data base Capturing and tracking IT machine room Power, Space, and Cooling Serving as an Access Manager for IT machine rooms Operating industrial/production equipment, machinery (Lathes, CNC, EDM, Mills, Waterjet, Welder, Industrial Printers, Routers, 3D Printers, Electro Plating, Vacuum Casting/Forming, Injection Molding, Industrial Painting/Finishing, and Textile) and tools such as machine tools, presses, air compressors, and packaging equipment Operating mechanized material-handling equipment (for example, forklifts, hand trucks) Informing customers, management, or relevant others of work progress, project status, and problems Ordering, procuring, receiving, inspecting, and/or verifying ordered supplies, materials, or equipment Driving vehicles, such as cars, vans, or trucks to transport cargo or passengers 3D scanning, metrology, and hardware reverse engineering Job Summary As an Engineering and Physical Science professional, you will use your skills to create the systems and tools that will be used to enhance the operation of intelligence. You will advise, administer and perform scientific projects, such as planning, designing, and constructing specialized equipment, and ensuring adherence to sound engineering and scientific standards and principles. The NSA offers multiple areas of focus for facilities engineers, including computer, architectural, electrical, mechanical, and structural. In addition, we are seeking skills that include computer design, microelectronics, radio frequency design, and systems engineering. Apply your science and engineering skills to protect the nation. Qualifications The qualifications listed are the minimum acceptable to be considered for the position. ENTRY/DEVELOPMENTAL Entry is with a high school diploma or GED, plus applicable training, and no experience. Applicable training includes Vocational/Technical or Military training (for example, Electronics, Computers, Drafting, Engineering, Manufacturing, or Networking). FULL PERFORMANCE Entry is with a high school diploma or GED, plus applicable training, plus 4 years of relevant experience, or an Associate's degree plus 2 years of relevant experience. Degree must be in an Engineering or an Engineering Technology related field. If qualifying with a high school diploma/GED, must have applicable Vocational/Technical or Military training (for example, Electronics, Computers, Drafting, Engineering, Manufacturing, or Networking). Relevant experience must include one or more of the following: providing engineering technical support for the development, fabrication, testing, or site installation of electrical, electronic, mechanical, or software products/systems; assisting in assembling, modifying, debugging, or testing prototype products; working as an electrician or with electronic or appliance repair. Relevant experience may also include formal or informal experience working with computers, robotics, electronics, or manufacturing, electronic shop experience, or experience with schematic diagrams, environmental testing, and quality assurance testing. Commercial industry certifications, such as the MASE (Master Automotive Service Excellence), would count for two years of experience. SENIOR Entry is with a high school diploma or GED, plus applicable training, plus 6 years of relevant experience, or an Associate's degree plus 4 years of relevant experience, or a Bachelor's degree plus 2 years of relevant experience. Degree must be in an Engineering or an Engineering Technology related field. If qualifying with a high school diploma/GED, must have applicable Vocational/Technical or Military training (for example, Electronics, Computers, Drafting, Engineering, Manufacturing, or Networking). Relevant experience must include one or more of the following: providing engineering technical support for the development, fabrication, testing, or site installation of electrical, electronic, mechanical, or software products/systems; assisting in assembling, modifying, debugging, or testing prototype products; working as an electrician or with electronic or appliance repair. Relevant experience may also include formal or informal experience working with computers, robotics, electronics, or manufacturing, electronic shop experience, or experience with schematic diagrams, environmental testing, and quality assurance testing. Commercial industry certifications, such as the MASE (Master Automotive Service Excellence), would count for two years of experience. Competencies The ideal candidate has a desire for continual learning along with excellent problem-solving, analytic, and interpersonal skills, who is: Innovative Well-organized Able to handle and prioritize multiple assignments Able to accomplish assignments with little direct supervision Able to communicate effectively both orally and written Medically clearable for worldwide travel Able to work effectively across several different functional areas in a collaborative environment Knowledge, skills, and experience in one or more of the following is desired: Working at heights to include antenna towers Soldering of electronic components Troubleshooting of electrical and mechanical devices RF amplification and distribution Power distribution Fabrication of RF and multi-conductor cable assemblies Additive Manufacturing 3D print Rapid prototyping FDM (Fused Deposition Modeling) SLA (Stereo Lithography Apparatus) Laser sintering SLS (Selective Laser Sintering) DLMS (Direct Laser metal Sintering) Plastic Powder Bed 3D printing Metal Powder Bed 3D Printing Tool & Die Machining CNC (Computer Numerical Control) programming CAD (Computer-Aided Design)/CAM (Computer-Aided Manufacturing) Fabrication Sheet Metal Fabrication Welding Electro-plating Industrial painting Punch press Press brake Water jet DAWIA Certification may be required Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule Pay: Salary offers are based on candidates' education level and years of experience relevant to the position and also take into account information provided by the hiring manager/organization regarding the work level for the position. Salary Range: $34,121 - $153,354 (Entry/Developmental, Full Performance, Senior) Salary range varies by location, work level, and relevant experience to the position. On the job training, internal NSA courses, and external training will be made available based on the need and experience of the selectee. Benefits: NSA offers excellent benefits to include relocation assistance, flexible work schedules, generous leave programs, paid personal fitness time, training and continuing education classes, health and life insurance, Federal Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), and a Federal retirement plan. Work Schedule: This is a full-time position, Monday - Friday, with basic 8hr/day work requirement between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (flexible). How to apply Apply soonest, as job postings can close earlier than stated end dates due to changes in requirements. 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