AMEWAS is celebrating over 40 years of excellence in providing quality products, services and solutions to the Department of Defense (DoD), specializing in the scientific, engineering, and testing of the full spectrum of weapons development. We are headquartered in California, Maryland and operate satellite offices in Orlando, Florida and San Diego, California. 

At AMEWAS, you will find a diverse team of professionals that work to make a true difference in the operational support of our nation’s warfighters.  Our employees achieve success through continuous learning and high performance, and are consistently recognized by their customers and their peers. 

If you are ready to challenge yourself to do more, join our team today!

Be sure to check out the rest of our website at www.amewas.com to learn more about our company and our people.
 

The position:

AMEWAS, Inc. is seeking a highly motivated and talented Engineering Technician-Journeyman to support Electromagnetic Environmental Effects. The salary range of this position is $65,000.00 - $90,000.00, and is commensurate with experience.This position is not eligible for remote work; on-site support is required.

About the location: 

Patuxent River, Maryland #1 City Hiring the Most High-Tech Workers (California-Lexington Park, Maryland). To learn more about our surrounding location, please visit: Visit St. Mary’s.

A typical day as an Engineering Technician-Journeyman may include:

• Works alongside a team of electrical engineers/engineering technicians to develop engineering procedures and controls, manage project efforts and take the lead in problem resolution
• Interfaces with program contractors, vendors and government representatives regarding the technical aspects of engineering projects, test scheduling, planning and test conduct
• Researches and assists with design and integrates high power transmitter systems
• Operates and maintains high voltage equipment used to perform electromagnetic capability testing
• Plans and conducts electromagnetic capability simulation testing, data collection, processing and analyses
• Identifies system malfunctions and coordinates repair and maintenance requirements

Must-haves:

• HS Diploma or equivalent and technical school/military training in troubleshooting/testing electronic equipment
• 4 years of relevant work experience
• 4 years of experience troubleshooting and repairing electronic equipment
• Experience working as a team lead
• Willing to work both indoors (70%) and outdoors (30%)
• Knowledge and experience using electronic test equipment
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications to include; MS Word, Outlook, Excel, Access and PowerPoint
• The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance

Desired Skills:

• Experience with RF systems including but not limited to radars and magnetrons
• Experience using high power systems
• Familiarity with Electromagnetic Capability (EMC) testing
• Previous experience working with military aircraft

Skills crucial to success at AMEWAS, Inc.:

Customer-focused attitude with high level of professionalism and discretion. Ability to work effectively with management and part of a team to meet targets.  Is reliable, possesses initiative and works well as an individual or part of a team.

Physical environment and working conditions:

The physical environment requires the employee to work in an office, sitting in a cubicle or at a desk, looking at a computer for most of the workday.  Work is physically comfortable. The employee has discretion about sitting, walking, standing, etc.

The employee may be required to travel short distances to offices/conference rooms and buildings on site.  In some occasions, the employee may be required to report to offices or buildings near the work site.

The physical environment requires the employee to stand, walk and/or move throughout the workday, often bending over and picking up items less than 50 lbs. and/or operating machinery to assist in the movement of heavy objects such as forklifts and dollies.  This position may also require driving government vehicles.

Refer to a friend:

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Our excellent benefits and perks:

Staying connected to our core values sets us apart from our competition! AMEWAS recognizes and rewards performance, dedication, and longevity. We are committed to investing in our employees and their future by providing them with competitive compensation, career development, optimum working conditions, and unique benefits; some of which are listed below:

• Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), Life/AD&D/STD/LTD insurance
• Paid vacation, holiday and sick leave
• Generous tuition & training assistance program
• Relocation assistance
• Sign-on bonuses
• Employee longevity recognition
• Community involvement & outreach
• Team building events
• Recognition program
• Wellness program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Mobile service discount
• Fitness reimbursement program

AMEWAS is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other legally protected class.

AMEWAS participates in E-Verify to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.

Please note: AMEWAS does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party staffing agencies, recruiters, or headhunters.