About the role
SMX is seeking a highly motivated Engineering Technician. This position involves working in a high tempo, classified test and evaluation environment supporting the integration, troubleshooting, and maintenance of sophisticated airborne surveillance and reconnaissance systems.
This position requires a DoD Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Apply engineering techniques, principles and precedents to develop, design, modify, install, test, evaluate, and operate a variety of systems (electrical, electronic, mechanical, avionics, etc.) for military weapon systems and/or associated support equipment or components
- Serve as a technician supporting MQ-4C Triton system testing, integration, and troubleshooting
- Support flight test integration, payload integration, ground control station (GCS) systems, and aircraft subsystems
- Perform functional checkouts, system-level diagnostics, and component-level troubleshooting on MQ-4C air vehicle and support systems
- Assist in the installation and removal of systems, wiring, and test equipment on unmanned air vehicles and support platforms
- Interpret and work from engineering drawings, test plans, and technical manuals (NAVAIR publications, TWOs, IETMs)
- Collect, analyze, and report test data; provide input to test documentation and anomaly reports
- Coordinate with test directors, system engineers, and security personnel in classified lab and hangar environments
- Ensure compliance with configuration management, safety protocols, and security procedures
Required Skills/Experience
- Clearance Required: Secret with an ability to obtain TS/SCI
- High School diploma or GED
- At least five (5) years of experience in performing functions in an engineering field
- At least three (3) years of engineering experience shall have consisted of performing engineering functions in DoD aircraft, DoD weapons systems, DoD mission systems or DoD support systems
- Strong understanding of military aircraft systems including mission payloads, communications, navigation, and electrical systems
- Capable of reading and interpreting blueprints, wiring diagrams, and engineering documentation
- Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a secure, fast-paced environment
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to adapt and utilize available resources (standard procedures, applicable precedents, instructions and advice from supervisor/engineers) to determine best course of action
- Able to lift 50 lbs.
Desired Skills/Experience
- Completion of a technical school, trade school, or advanced armed services technical school curriculum or course of training in one of the following:
- Electricity, electronics, avionics, mechanics, armaments/ordnance, engineering technology OR
- Completion of at least 30 semester hours of course studies at an accredited college or university in an engineering, scientific, or technical curriculum
- Experience with install of computer room hardware
- Prior experience with MQ-4C Triton systems integration and Test laboratory at Patuxent River or a similar test facility
- Familiarity with NAVAIR processes, engineering change proposals (ECPs), and configuration management tools, Confluence and JIRA
- Knowledge of flight test operations, ground station systems, and data telemetry
- Certifications such as IPC/WHMA-A-620, or relevant OEM system training preferred but not required
Application Deadline: 6/22/2026
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The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.
At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.
We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.
SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.
Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.
SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).