Systems and Testing Engineering Technician

Job overview

The Systems and Testing Engineering Technician role is onsite in Colorado Springs, CO. Pay is $25–$38 per hour. SARA is a defense research and development enterprise creating technology for commercial and government organizations; this position supports its High Power Electromagnetics Division. The technician provides engineering and maintenance support for laboratory and field testing, prototypes, and electrical installations. By preparing test setups, troubleshooting and verifying work, and collaborating with engineers, the role helps keep research and development projects safe and on schedule and supports technology transition to government customers and contractors.

What you'll do

• Provide general engineering and maintenance support
• assist with lab setup, diagnostics, infrastructure, fixtures, testing, and teardown
• support prototyping and testing for Pulsed Power and Directed Energy projects
• perform electrical work including wiring, terminations, panels, and distribution equipment
• read blueprints and diagrams
• support installation of UPS systems, generators, and transfer switches
• follow lockout/tagout and jobsite safety requirements
• test and verify completed work.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

systems and testing engineering technician

colorado springs co

engineering technician

laboratory testing

electrical work

high power electromagnetics

pulsed power

directed energy

prototyping

dod clearance eligibility

us citizen

travel up to 4–6 weeks per year

$25–$38/hr

sara inc

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• paid time off
• tuition and certification reimbursement
• flexible work schedules
• discretionary bonuses
• 401(k) match/profit sharing
• employee stock ownership plan.

Why this role

The role supports multidisciplinary research and development in high-power electromagnetics, Pulsed Power, and Directed Energy; travel may be up to 4–6 non-continuous weeks per year as needed.

About the employer

SARA Inc is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Sector: 54.