Engineering Technologist and Technician, Journeyman (Machinist)

Job ID# 1700 StraCon Services Group, LLC is seeking a Full-Time, Engineering Technologist and Technician, Journeyman to join our team in supporting the Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD) in Orlando, Fl. NAWCTSD is the Navy's principal center for modeling, simulation and training systems technologies. The Engineering Technologist will be responsible for the following duties:

Essential Job Functions:

Assist team members with mechanical fabrication of training systems. Support laboratory and other technical efforts with emphasis on computer hardware, software, modeling and simulation, and human performance. Perform work assignments of limited scope and difficulty designed to provide advanced practical application and experience of theories and principles in engineering and scientific fields of specialization. Assist higher level professional personnel by carrying out complete projects of limited scope or narrow aspects of broader projects. Performs other duties as assigned.

Experience Requirements:

Candidate must have approximately 5 or more years of mechanical fabrication experience. Reading and understanding mechanical schematics and assembly instructions. Hand tools, power tools, mechanical assembly experience.

Beneficial :

mechanical CAD software experience (Solidworks, Inventor, etc.).

Beneficial :

CNC machine operation experience (mill, lathe, etc.). Requires knowledge of scientific and engineering principles and theories of the type, scope, and thoroughness typically acquired through the course of study in a field of relevant technical specialization. Basic knowledge of computer programming, electronics, problem definition and analysis, research methods, data analysis, and presentation of results. Ability to communicate with clarity and correct grammar and mechanics.

Education Requirements:

BS degree from an accredited educational institution in a relevant scientific or technical field.

Security Requirements:

U.S. Citizenship required. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance. Benefits covered under Service Contract Act (SCA) governed position: This position is covered by the Service Contract Labor Standard (formerly known as the Service Contract Act of 1965) and the applicable Wage Determination. As such, selected candidates are entitled to both the hourly wages, as well as health and welfare benefits established by the Department of Labor to prevail in the locality. StraCon is fulfilling the health and welfare benefit requirement through the use of a bona fide plan which includes certain insurance coverage.

About StraCon:

StraCon is dedicated to supporting our government clients and warfighters by "Enhancing their Operational Capability". With a proven track record, and an employee focused philosophy, we have developed a culture that believes in the talent of the individual. StraCon employees are empowered to "Make It Happen". Since 2008, we have provided Program Management, Training Systems Products, Financial Management, Instructional System Design, Data Management, Courseware Development, Engineering, Logistics, Foreign Military Sales Support, and a variety other technical services for the Department of Defense. StraCon offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long-term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans, as well as a paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and may be eligible for state or contract required paid time off programs. StraCon is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Employer