Hardware Integrator / Test Technician

GeoLogics is working with a top Aerospace and Defense client looking for a Hardware Integrator / Test Technician in Manassas, VA

Role: Hardware Integrator / Test Technician

Client: Top Aerospace and Defense company

Clearance: Able to Obtain a Clearance

Location: Manassas, VA

Contract Length: Long-term Contract

Education: Bachelor's or Technology degree in Engineering

Rate: $44 to $54 (per hour on a non-benefitted W2 contract)

***No C2C, we can NOT work with outside agencies/vendors, and we can NOT do 1099-US CITIZENSHIP IS REQUIRED***

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly motivated Hardware Integrator / Test Technician to support the standup and maintenance of development and test labs for the Cybersecurity team supporting U.S. Navy Submarines. Success in this position will require a mix of both technical and social skills. This position requires attention to detail and hands-on purchase, assembly, and standup of computer equipment in both unclassified and classified labs. The candidate will be working with cutting edge tools and technologies for CI/CD. A great work ethic and motivation are essential.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assemble test racks with components, servers, switches, KVMs, etc.
• Cable interconnections within the test rack and external connections to the lab in an organized fashion.
• Build servers with COTS and GOTS software, configure switches, etc.
• Controlling equipment/property movement and tracking (both government and company).
• Support new lab planning (layout, power, cooling, etc) and working with facilities to ensure all needs are met.
• Support Bill of Material generation and lab hardware ordering including lead time tracking.
• Support engineering if/when a hardware issue/failure is identified and working with the vendor/supplier to repair/replace/RMA failed equipment.
• Conduct Informal and Formal Tests as required to validate all planned testable requirements
• Communicate project/program issues to management, as necessary
• Install and checkout IA software as well as provide test and troubleshooting support at other testing site locations.
• Analyze current requirements documentation to develop methods and descriptions for validating requirements through test and other means
• Assist in the development of new test engineering documentation such as test planning documents, test procedures and test reports

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to assemble and test computer equipment is required
• High level of knowledge of Microsoft Office: Microsoft Visio, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Understanding of networking, protocols, e.g. UDP, TCP/IP, ICMP, encryption, etc.
• Demonstrable evidence of an analytical approach to problem solving is a *must*.
• Must be highly motivated and excellent attention to detail
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic Linux command-line knowledge.
• Ability to read C, C++, and Java source code helpful but not required.
• Degree or work experience in cybersecurity is a benefit.

Education/Experience

• 5+ years' of Submarine Combat Control Weapon System experience or
• BS in one of the following disciplines: Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technician or a related field, or
• 5 years experience working in one of these disciplines.
• Cybersecurity certification a plus.

GeoLogics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran