• Location: Scottsdale, Arizona
• Type: Contract
• Job #82442

Our DoD/Aerospace client is looking to fill an MUOS Lab & Deployment Technician position that just opened in Scottsdale, AZ. In this role, you’ll act as a leader and mentor to new technicians in the support of engineering activities such as designing, testing, checking-out, modification, fabrication and assembly of prototype electromechanical systems, experimental design circuitry, laser/light transmission devices or specialized test equipment. To be considered, you will have an Associate’s degree plus a minimum of 5 years of experience.

Location: Scottsdale, AZ
Position: MUOS Lab & Deployment Technician
Contract: 12-24 months with possibility of turning permanent
Pay: $43.03/hour
Schedule: 9/80

The MUOS Lab & Deployment Tech will act as a leader and mentor to new technicians in the support of engineering activities such as designing, testing, checking-out, modification, fabrication and assembly of prototype electro mechanical systems, experimental design circuitry, laser/light transmission devices or specialized test equipment. This may entail performing the following:
 

• Interprets complex engineering drawings, diagrams and schematics, and understand the necessary interfaces
• Performs complex system level troubleshooting to component level
• Works from schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, layouts or defined plans to perform testing, checkout and troubleshooting functions
• Lays out, builds, calibrates, adjusts, installs and maintains equipment, components, devices or systems

Duties & Tasks

• Supports engineering activities such as design, test, check-out, modification, fabrication and assembly of prototype electromechanical systems
• Constructs, troubleshoots, calibrates, adjusts, tests, diagnoses, and maintains equipment, components, devices, or systems    
• Interprets complex engineering drawings, diagrams and schematics, and understand the necessary interfaces     
• Will be required to support Deployment activities at customer sites (CONUS and International)
• Works from schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, layouts or defined plans to perform testing, checkout and trouble-shooting functions
• Identifies and helps prototype new preventative maintenance tasks     
• Will be expected to lead, direct, and organize Technician work
• Works with associates in other departments and understands cross-functional relationships     
• May be required to support development of test specifications and procedures  

      
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• As a skilled specialist, completes tasks in resourceful and effective ways    
• Understands implications of their work and makes recommendations for improvements     
• Ability to perform duties and tasks with minimal supervision required 
• Ability to effectively interact and communicate with internal and external team members including customers
• Ability to use computers and software applications to assist in job execution, with special focus on Excel    
• Mechanically inclined and able to maintain, repair, and install equipment that is part of a “live and operational” system     
• Capable of working remotely with limited local support

About our client:
Our client is a mission critical DOD – Aerospace defense contractor developing solutions that will lead, serve, and protect our country.  Our client develops strategic systems for defense, civil government, intelligence and cyber end users on a international basis.

About APR:
Since 1980 APR Consulting, Inc. has provided professional recruiting and contingent workforce solutions to a diverse mix of clients, industries, and skill sets nationwide.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity! If you feel your experience is a match for this position, please apply today and join our team. We look forward to working with you!

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