Engineering Technician

Global Business Solutions, Inc.

Valparaiso, FL

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Affirmative Action, Analysis Skills, Business Solutions, Change Control, Code of Federal Regulations, Component Assembly, Computer Skills, Computer Systems, Customer Service Tools, Data Collection, Data Entry, Documentation, Educational Technology, Government, Hand Tools, High School Diploma, High Tech Industry, Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Instrumentation, International Business, Inventory Management, Laboratory, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Operations, Laboratory Testing, Machine Tool, Maintain Compliance, Materials Engineering, Materials Management, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Procedure Development, Product Demonstration, Product Lifecycle, Prototyping, Record Keeping, Regulations, Reporting Skills, Safety Standards, Schematics, Secret Clearance, Security Clearance, Security Protocols, Source Code/Configuration Management (SCM), Support Documentation, System Validation, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Drawing, Technical Presentation, Technical Writing, Test Data, Test Lab, Test Plan/Schedule, Testing, Time Management, Training/Teaching, United States Department of Defense (DoD)
LOCATION
Valparaiso, FL
POSTED
1 day ago
We are looking for an Engineering Technician who will provide hands-on support to engineering and technical teams throughout the prototype development lifecycle, including assembly, testing, documentation, and lab operations. This role assists in the preparation, fabrication, and validation of prototype systems, ensuring adherence to technical specifications, safety standards, and established procedures. The Engineering Technician supports testing activities by setting up equipment, collecting and recording data, and maintaining accurate documentation. Additionally, the Engineering Technician contributes to lab organization, inventory management, and coordination of materials and equipment to meet program timelines. Working under direct supervision, the Engineering Technician ensures efficient, high-quality execution of development and testing activities while gaining foundational technical experience.

Responsibilities
  • Works closely with engineers and technicians to support prototype development lifecycle activities i.e., design, build, test, modification;
  • Assists with assembling prototype components using hand tools and basic equipment following schematics and work instructions;
  • Prepares materials, parts, and tooling required for prototype builds and fabrication activities;
  • Organizes and stages prototype components for efficient build and test workflows;
  • Assists in setting up test configurations, including arranging equipment, fixtures, and instrumentation;
  • Participates in prototype testing activities, including recording observations and documenting results to support verification efforts;
  • Collects and logs test data accurately for engineering analysis and reporting;
  • Maintains cleanliness, organization, and safety of prototype lab and workspaces;
  • Assists with routine inspection and basic maintenance of lab tools and equipment to ensure operational readiness;
  • Help set up and tear down lab environments for testing, demonstrations, or design reviews;
  • Maintains accurate records of prototype builds, modifications, and test results;
  • Assists in updating technical documentation, drawings, and builds instructions as directed;
  • Supports preparation of reports, data packages, or presentation materials for engineering reviews;
  • Assists in identifying minor issues during assembly or testing and escalate findings to senior technicians;
  • Assists with receiving, labeling, and organizing incoming prototype materials and equipment;
  • Supports tracking of prototype configurations and version control during iterative development cycles;
  • Helps prepare materials and equipment for shipment between labs, test facilities, or customer locations;
  • Coordinate with team members to ensure materials and tools are available to meet build/test schedules.
Qualifications
  • Current enrollment in an Engineering degree program or any related fields of discipline is highly desirable; High school diploma, at minimum, is required at start;
  • Zero (0) to two (2) years of relevant experience in an engineering lab or other technical environment, or an internship, vocational, or hands-on training experience is required;
  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD-issued Secret Security Clearance;
  • Experience in using basic hand tools and equipment such as hand trucks, crowbars, carts, etc., is required;
  • Ability to follow established procedures for handling classified or sensitive security protocols is required;
  • Ability to follow technical instructions or schematics is required;
  • Working knowledge of PC computer systems is preferred;
  • Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Excel, and basic data entry skills are required.

About GBSI
Established in 1995, Global Business Solutions, LLC. offers customers a distinctive blend of information technology capabilities, education and training services, and information assurance solutions. Managed by a team of executive leaders experienced in the field of information technology and training services within the industry and government, GBSI prides itself on exceeding expectations. Our award-winning solutions give clients the support tools needed to successfully deliver in evolving environments with confidence.


GBSI is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard for race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. This Contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR-60-300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans, and requires affirmative action covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision:

GBSI will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with GBSI’s legal duty to furnish information.

Drug Free Workplace:
We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

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