Engineering Technician III

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced and highly skilled Engineering Technician III to lead and support advanced technical projects in our Panama City, FL facility. This senior-level position requires a strong background in engineering practices, hands-on technical expertise, and the ability to lead complex tasks independently or as part of a larger team. The ideal candidate will play a key role in project execution, technical oversight, system diagnostics, and mentoring junior staff. This is an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to critical engineering initiatives in a dynamic, mission-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute advanced engineering support tasks with minimal supervision.
• Perform detailed system diagnostics, testing, evaluation, and troubleshooting.
• Provide technical expertise during the development, integration, and implementation of engineering solutions.
• Analyze data, identify trends, and prepare detailed technical documentation and reports.
• Supervise or mentor junior engineering technicians and serve as a technical point of contact on projects.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, safety standards, and quality control procedures.
• Support design reviews, project planning sessions, and system installations or upgrades.
• Interface with cross-functional teams, customers, and stakeholders to ensure project goals are met.
• Participate in R&D efforts, contribute to process improvements, and recommend solutions to technical challenges.
• Maintain and calibrate specialized tools and equipment; assist in procurement and vendor coordination.
• Attend technical training, conferences, and workshops to stay current with industry advancements.

• Engineering Technician Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen with an active Secret Security Clearance.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in engineering or technical roles.
• Demonstrated expertise in system diagnostics, maintenance, and technical reporting.
• Strong leadership and mentorship skills; experience supervising junior staff is preferred.
• Proficient with engineering software, tools, schematics, and instrumentation.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Strong understanding of safety standards, compliance, and quality control practices.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a high-pressure environment.
• Willingness to support overtime and field work as needed.