Hardware Integrator / Test Technician

Position: Hardware Integrator / Test Technician

Client: Aerospace/Defense

Location: Manassas, VA

Length: Long-term contract position

Hourly rate: up to $52/hr

Security Clearance: Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assemble test racks with components, servers, switches, KVMs, etc.
• Cable interconnections within the test rack and external connections to the lab in an organized fashion.
• Build servers with COTS and GOTS software, configure switches, etc.
• Controlling equipment/property movement and tracking (both government and company).
• Support new lab planning (layout, power, cooling, etc) and working with facilities to ensure all needs are met.
• Support Bill of Material generation and lab hardware ordering including lead time tracking.
• Support engineering if/when a hardware issue/failure is identified and working with the vendor/supplier to repair/replace/RMA failed equipment.
• Conduct Informal and Formal Tests as required to validate all planned testable requirements
• Communicate project/program issues to management, as necessary
• Install and checkout IA software as well as provide test and troubleshooting support at other testing site locations.
• Analyze current requirements documentation to develop methods and descriptions for validating requirements through test and other means
• Assist in the development of new test engineering documentation such as test planning documents, test procedures and test reports

Desired Skills & Qualifications:

• Ability to assemble and test computer equipment is required
• High level of knowledge of Microsoft Office: Microsoft Visio, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Understanding of networking, protocols, e.g. UDP, TCP/IP, ICMP, encryption, etc.
• Demonstrable evidence of an analytical approach to problem solving is a *must*.
• Must be highly motivated and excellent attention to detail
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic Linux command-line knowledge.
• Ability to read C, C++, and Java source code helpful but not required.
• Degree or work experience in cybersecurity is a benefit.
• 5+ years' of Submarine Combat Control Weapon System experience is a plus
• BS in one of the following disciplines: Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technician or a related field, or 10 years' experience working in one

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If interested in learning more about this position, please email your resume to KDunkin@geologics.com and I will call back with more information.