System Integration Laboratory Technician

The Multi-function RF Systems (MRFS) Group within the Systems Development Division designs, develops, and delivers low-cost, highly capable Multi-function RF systems to address the warfighter needs (Land, Sea, Air, and Space). The Multifunction RF Systems Group focuses on technology development for advanced and multi-function sensor systems, particularly in the areas of radar, cyber/electronic warfare, and threat emulators. Within this role, we perform work at full system prototypes, experiment campaigns and technology component development.

As a System Integration Laboratory (SIL) Technician, you will operate laboratory test equipment and fabricate custom testbeds and test fixtures to support a variety of program domains including RF, radar and underwater acoustics. In this role, you will integrate electrical and mechanical components and assemblies into functional prototypes. You will also run test diagnostics, perform troubleshooting, and acquire data sets for individual components and complete systems for use in system performance evaluation and characterization.

Applicants are expected to be self-motivated, detail oriented and a demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with all levels of management and individual contributors on the program team through strong written and verbal communication skills. We are a growth-oriented organization committed to and passionate about supporting our nation’s warfighters. You will be joining a dynamic team working across multiple disciplines with opportunities to further expand your knowledge and grow your career.

Responsibilities Include:

• Performing test diagnostics with laboratory test equipment such as vector network analyzers (VNAs), spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, signal generators, programmable power supplies and digital multimeters
• Operating software-defined radios, field-programmable gate arrays, microcontrollers and other high-speed data acquisition systems to collect data sets for use in system performance evaluation and characterization
• Working from electrical and mechanical schematics and CAD models to fabricate electronic circuits and mechanical assemblies
• Documenting measurements and results, creating datasheets and operator manuals for individual components and prototype systems
• Conducting electrical, mechanical, thermal, and vibration analyses of components and assemblies
• Participating in data collections both in the laboratory and at remote indoor/outdoor locations
• Operating shop equipment such as handheld power tools, waterjet CNCs, drill presses, table saws and 3D printers.

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to obtain a Security Clearance
• BS degree in electrical engineering, physics, or related technical discipline
• Experience using laboratory test equipment such as vector network analyzers (VNAs), spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, signal generators, programmable power supplies and digital multimeters
• Familiarity with electronic troubleshooting and circuit fabrication techniques, including hand soldering and microsoldering
• IPC-J-STD-001 or similar certification
• Basic proficiency in a high-level coding language such as Python or MATLAB
• Literacy with basic electrical and mechanical schematics and diagrams
• Strong desire to learn and grow new knowledge and skills

Desired Qualifications:

• Active Security Clearance at the Secret or Top Secret (TS) level
• Experience operating mechanical fabrication and shop equipment, including handheld power tools, drill presses and table saws
• Experience leading small teams, keeping requirements and schedule in mind

All STR employees may be subject to COVID-19 vaccination requirement in response to Executive Order 14042 and accompanying Task Force Guidance, unless a medical or religious accommodation is formally approved by STR.

STR is a rapidly growing technology company with locations north of Boston, MA, Arlington, VA and near Dayton, OH. We specialize in advanced research and development for defense, intelligence, and national security, trying to understand how to protect our society: from stopping malicious botnet attacks, to understanding cyber vulnerabilities, providing next generation sensors, radar, sonar, communications, and electronic warfare to developing artificial intelligence algorithms and analytics to make sense of the complexity that is exploding around us. Visit us at www.str.us for more info.

STR is committed to creating a collaborative learning environment that supports deep technical understanding and recognizes the contributions and achievements of all team members. Our work is challenging, but you go home at night knowing that you pushed the forefront of technology and made the world a little safer. We recognize that the world is changing, that it is becoming more connected than ever before, making things change faster than before, and reshaping society in the process. We all want to understand this changing world and leave it better for our work.

STR is an equal opportunity employer. We are fully dedicated to hiring the most qualified candidate regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the employment process, email us at [email protected] and provide your contact info.

Pursuant to applicable federal law and regulations, positions at STR require employees to obtain national security clearances and satisfy the requirements for compliance with export control and other applicable laws.