Field Engineering Technician description and requirements:

Lynker Corporation is searching for a customer-focused Field Engineering Technician to support the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Center for Operational Oceanographic Products and Services (CO-OPS). The Field Engineering Technician will help maintain vital National observing systems and provide various scientific and technical services in coastal and riverine environments. If you have previous experience in electronics, construction, soldering, welding, boat or car maintenance (mechanic), and an interest in traveling, this position may be a great fit for you.

Location: The office is located at NOAA’s Lake Washington facility. There will be travel to many locations along the West Coast, Hawaii Alaska and the Pacific Islands. Travel typically consists of two to four week trips with two weeks between trips. Some shorter trips and local travel also take place.

You will need to be able to operate Government-owned vehicles and forklifts (training provided), possess a valid driver’s license, and have a clean driving record. You may also be required to lift up to 50lbs, walk long distances, and perform strenuous outdoor tasks.

Duties of the Field Engineering Technician will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• logistics including trip and equipment requests, lodging reservations, preparation of field station folders, purchasing or gathering equipment and supplies, preparing shipments or loading vehicles, maintaining crew vehicles, equipment, supplies, and tools.
• Participation in pre-trip coordination meetings to review Project Instructions, leveling requirements, data quality issues, and any outstanding operational requirements.
• Serve as a field crew member or lead for all contract staff for routine and unscheduled maintenance activities to inspect, test and replace sensors; perform downloads; check on- board files; inspect electrical, communications, power systems, and station infrastructure components, and clean as necessary, which includes installation and removal of stations.
• Participate in field tasks such as benchmark setting and recovery, leveling, diving (not required but desired), and/or GPS operations.
• Perform and document site inspections to assess suitability for use and any site modifications that may be required.
• Complete and submit field documentation within the established guidelines which includes installation plans and documentation. This includes job ticket updating and tracking.
• Monitor data acquisition, system and sensor performance, tracking of activities and problems, and provide resolutions for all field systems assigned
• Investigate and resolve problems in design, engineering, fabrication, system operations, and installation procedures
• Coordinate with subject matter experts to obtain, store, and relay project information
• Prepare and review documentation, test results, and reports of various field work, data, drawings, schematics, and other sources
  assemble, test, configure, set-up, install, and maintain a variety of instruments including current measurement systems; water level sensors; meteorological, oceanographic, and water quality sensors; data collection platforms; telemetry and power components; and/or support components both in and above the water to include structural repair
• Deploy and retrieve oceanographic instruments from marine vessels
• Complete NOAA Dive and Tender Training. May be required to perform dive activities (training provided). If diving is deemed necessary for the position, the contractor must successfully complete NOAA sponsored Dive Training within 12 months of onboarding.
• Assist with warehouse maintenance, inventory, examination of data records, and processing office feedback to detect problems and take corrective action

The Ideal Field Engineering Technician will have the Following:

• Bachelor’s Degree with one year experience, Associates Degree with 3 years experience, High School Diploma with 5 years experience
• Knowledge of field engineering practices with the ability to read and follow technical drawings, plans, diagrams & specifications
• Familiar with the use of common software applications similar to word processor, spreadsheet, data entry/manipulation, and communications programs with a high level of proficiency in operating personal computers
• Familiar with the use of multimeters and/or test and calibration equipment for electronic testing and troubleshooting
• A background in Oceanography/Marine Science, Electronics, Instrumental Analysis is helpful

Contact

Sydney Lee

Program Coordinator

www.Lynker.com