Engineering Technician I (Installation / Fabrication)

Job Description
** This work is pending contract award. Expected start date will be approximately 1 October.**
Do you have experience installing car audio and or electronics; assembling retail equipment; residential / commercial electrical work; mechanical drawing; have a STEM background; or Vo Tech training? Would you like the opportunity to travel all over the world in support of our various customers? If so, this may be the job for you!
In this role, you will be trained to:
Fabricate, assemble and integrate diverse electronic communications equipment, video teleconferencing / networking systems, facility infrastructure, electronic security systems, electronic and electrical components into a variety of military and government agency platforms.
Fabricate a variety of cable assemblies to include multi-conductor, coaxial, data and power cables in accordance with military and DOD standards.
Work with Quality Control, Engineering, and Project Managers to provide feedback and resolve issues that are focused on improving production quality.
Read and interpret technical drawings for fabrication and installation of communication, network, and security systems.
Build custom installation kits designed for offsite integrations.
The hourly rate for the position is set by the Dept of Labor and is not negotiable. Current rates are $18.53/hr (Tech I) and $20.80/hr (Tech II). Job leveling will be determined during the interview.
This position is located in Spring Lake, NC. There is no relocation assistance available for this position. Applicants must be currently residing in or state willingness to relocate self to Spring Lake, NC or surrounding areas.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
High school diploma and some related experience (candidates with at least two years of related experience or an Associate degree in Engineering may be considered for level II position)
Mechanical aptitude and experience with a range of hand and power tools
Ability to frequently work in an sitting, standing, or walking position
Ability to frequently lift and carry 10 pounds and occasionally lift and carry 50+ pounds
Ability to climb ladders, work at heights, and work with hazardous material
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. state driver's/operator's license or permit
Ability to travel within the U.S. and overseas (up to 50%) and obtain a US passport, as required
Basic operational skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office programs such as Outlook and Excel
EMPLOYEE WILL BE REQUIRED TO HAVE A PERSONAL SET OF BASIC HAND TOOLS. LIST OF REQUIRED TOOLS WILL BE PROVIDED.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Ability to read and interpret schematics, drawings, and instructions
Soldering and cable fabrication experience
Metal fabrication and assembly experience
Fiber / BICSI / NAVSEA Certifications
Networking / Audio / Visual / Teleconferencing experience
Pay Information
This position is covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA). The wage range for this position is determined by the Wage and Hour Division of the Department of Labor on a contract-by-contract basis.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.