NDTE Field Engineer (Senior) 8542

LOCATION: Fixed locations include Kuwait, Germany, South Korea, Texas, North Carolina, and California ; mobile sites include multiple CONUS and OCONUS locations

STATUS: Contingent - Actively interviewing

TRAVEL: Fixed sites up to 10%; mobile teams up to 75%

CLEARANCE: Secret Clearance

BENEFITS: 401K, Life/Health/ Dental/Disability Insurance, Flexible Paid Leave, and Tuition Reimbursement

DESCRIPTION: 

NDTE Field Engineer (FE) will perform routine operation of the Automated Inspection System (AIS), including system startup, operation, and shutdown in accordance with AIS Operation Policy. The FE will oversee setup and takedown of the AIS unit when participating in an NDTE Mobile Mission and assist in setup and takedown of the Hard side Expandable Light Air-Mobile Shelters (HELAMS) shelter (in preparation for transportation) if applicable. Responsible for scheduling and performing preventive and corrective maintenance procedures in accordance with AIS Policy. Works with CONUS based AIS Development Team Engineers as needed to accomplish diagnostic trouble shooting operation and repairs to ensure the AIS system performs as designed. FE offloads AIS data as needed and in accordance with AIS Operation Policy, and transfer data to central CONUS AIS Data Accumulation location via drop shipments in secure tamper proof cases. FE will also act as second to NDTE Team Lead, and, in their absence onsite, be acting Team Lead to ensure mission integrity. FE will compile daily and weekly operation data which includes processing totals categorized by disposition, size, and source. The FE is expected to be fluent in the NDTE Technician duties and assist as needed to maintain positive processing momentum.

Primary duties will include (but not limited to): 

• Responsible for overall team performance and quality compliance in Team Leads absence.
• Ensures team adheres to established Standard Operating Procedures.
• Performs preventive maintenance and schedules corrective maintenance.
• Downloads and submits AIS data.
•  Maintains regular work attendance.
• Obtains and maintains any security clearances, status or licenses required by client to perform work.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Must be able to work independently.
• Must be detail oriented and organized.
• Must be able to pass a basic electronics exam with a grade of 75% or higher to be considered for the position of Field Engineer and moving forward to the NDTE AIS manufacturer’s training. This pre-test highlights the candidate’s knowledge of reading electronic schematics and troubleshooting.
• Must demonstrate proficiency by taking a manufacturer’s exam and passing before candidate can become a Field Engineer on the NDTE program. Acceptable exam grade of 75% or higher will be required.
• Must be able to obtain initial and yearly radiation safety training.
• Must be proficient in safety practices, i.e. use of personal pocket chambers, thermoluminescence dosimeter (TLD) badges, and pulse x-ray radiation survey instruments.

REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

• Ability to read and utilize mechanical drawings and manuals.
• At least 3 years of previous experience, within the last 5 years, performing general electrical control and electronic troubleshooting, and circuit-level troubleshooting and system-level control wiring troubleshooting.
• At least 3 years of previous experience, within the last 5 years, with current Microsoft Windows operating systems, including the use of basic Microsoft Operating Systems commands.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel to view database tables.
• Possession of or the ability to obtain a U.S. Government Secret clearance.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Typical warehouse environment. Must be able to lift 25 pounds and use pallet jack and other warehouse equipment.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:  Up to 75% depending on site/assignment. 

EOE. Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

Patricio Enterprises Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.