Hardware/Software Technician

We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50+ locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).

QinetiQ US’s dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers, we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend.

Why Join QinetiQ US?

If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems.  In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.

QinetiQ US is looking to hire a Hardware/Software Technician to support research, design, development, testing, or manufacturing process improvement of aerial target systems, subsystems, and related equipment for the Threat Systems Management Office in Huntsville, AL.

• Provide technical support to engineers working in such areas as research, design, development, testing, or manufacturing process improvement.
• Work from schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, or defined plans to perform testing and troubleshooting functions on hardware and software equipment and systems.
• Conduct engineering tests and detailed experimental testing to collect design data or assist in research work.
• Provide technical support to the Threat Systems Management Office. This support shall include any area of administrative, general, logistical or engineering to support and assist in the program management of aerial target programs.  

• 2 year vocational technician traning or equivalent hands on work experience.
• 3+ years additional hands on work experience supporting engineers in electronic systems development.
• Active DOD Secret or higher clearance.

• Knowledge of military standards in system and subsystem development.
• Knowledge of aerial target systems.

Accessibility/Accommodation:

If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to staffing@us.QinetiQ.com or call (540) 658-2720 Opt. 4 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.

QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.