The Organization: Sierra Management and Technologies, Inc.

Sierra Management and Technologies, Inc. (Sierra), provides industry-leading technologies in software engineering and application development. We solve our nation’s most complex, next-generation modernization and readiness challenges across defense, federal, and commercial markets.

Sierra is a small, disadvantaged, minority-owned business that values its employees who provide superior services and solutions to our customers. Sierra has a proud history of hiring veterans and encourages those who have served in the armed forces to apply.

Sierra is an honored recipient of the following awards:

• Top Workplaces Regional Award
• HIRE Vets Medallion Award
• VETS Indexes Employer Award

About the Role: 

As an Engineering Technician II, you will directly support the Combat and Integration and Identification Systems Division (IKS) located in Saint Inigoes, MD (NAVAIR Webster Airfield), and will perform a wide variety of electronics-based tasking in support of the U.S. Navy’s Fleet Modernization Program and the ISEA for the AN/UPX-29(V) Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) system. You must be able to travel domestically and internationally.

1. Inspecting, testing, and certifying basic circuit boards and systems for compliance with system test requirements during
2. Troubleshooting malfunctions using applicable drawings, knowledge of electronics theory, and test equipment such as multi-meters, cable testers, oscilloscopes, and synchro testers.
3. Travel to interesting locations such as San Diego, California; Rota, Spain; Yokosuka, Japan; Norfolk, Virginia; Mayport, Florida, and more.
4. Performing IFF system assessments such as ALOA’s, CSSQT’s, and MCA’s.
5. Supporting IFF Mode 5 and Mode S system upgrades on board Navy ships or land-based sites.
6. Answering a call for an On-Board Technical Assistance (OBTA).
7. Communicating with ship’s force, government customers, and BAE Systems project leads in a professional manner.
8. Teach and assist IFF technicians of all skill levels with a positive attitude and a willingness to invest in the future of our expanding company.

What Makes a Successful Candidate: 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Must haves:

• High School diploma and at least 4 years of related experience.
• Current Secret Clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain.
• Prior experience working with an oscilloscope.
• Ability to read and follow engineering drawings, work instructions, and test procedures.
• Ability to climb aloft on-board U.S. Navy vessels and lift/carry heavy objects.
• Working knowledge of basic electronic theory.
• Experience troubleshooting electronic systems, aligning and adjusting electronic equipment and components.
• Experience with basic electronic test equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, megohmmeters, synchro testers, and VSWR testers.

Contract Specific Experience

• Experience with shipboard, aircraft, or ground based IFF systems.
• Navy NEC 1572 AIMS technician and/or NEC 1571 AN/UPX-29(V) Ship System Maintainer, or NAVY NEC V06B AN/UPX-29(V) Ship System Maintainer, or other service equivalent.
• Computer troubleshooting and maintenance experience.
• Certified Solder Technician specializing in SMT, lead-free, and through-the-hole.
• Certified Quality Assurance Inspector for Solder and cable fabrication.
• Cable fabrication certification.
• Knowledge of ISO 9000 standards.
• Familiar with Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) - Maritime (OSHA 1915) training certification.
• Knowledge of RMMCO Alteration Installation Team (AIT) check-in/checkout process or Fleet Modernization Program processes.

Applicant must be a US Citizen and be able to obtain a security clearance.

What to expect in our process

1. Apply by submitting a cover letter and resume for the position 
2. Interview with the Hiring Manager
3. Reference checks and Degree Verification
4. Offer

We take care of our employees by providing the following perks and benefits: 

• Compressed Work Schedules (CWS), Flexible Work Schedules, and Remote Opportunities (depending on the role)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
• Dependent care Flexible Spending Account
• Education reimbursement & personal development stipend
• Short-term disability, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, and Accidental Insurance
• 100% Company-paid Life AD&D and Long-term disability
• Generous Paid Time Off policy
• Paid Maternity Leave (after 6 months of employment)
• 11 federally recognized holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with Sierra contribution
• Employee Assistance Program

Equal Opportunity Statement

Building an inclusive, high-performing team that is diverse across lines of personal identity is integral to our success and we are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer.

This means we do not discriminate against any job applicant or employee because of their race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

We actively strive and evolve to develop and maintain workspaces that are fully inclusive. We encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

E-Verify Statement

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the I-9 Form.