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Battelle · 1 week ago

Fire Testing Technician Specialist

Patrick AFB, FL

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

1+ years exp

Battelle is a research and development organization that conducts critical services for various clients. They are seeking a Fire Engineering Technician Specialist to assist in executing RDT&E efforts in Fire and Emergency Services, working closely with test engineers to configure and execute test operations for the Fire Integrated Research and Engineering team.

Biotechnology

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Assist with evaluating new technologies for fire firefighting and fire suppression systems

Participate in research into improving the efficiency and effectiveness of fire fighting vehicles, equipment, and agents

Performs routine specific analysis of data, including field testing

Follows established, standardized procedures and records data from experimentation

Assists with routine administrative duties, special projects and other duties as assigned

Performs RDT&E support tasks under supervision of, or from detailed procedures developed by, engineering staff. Includes assembling required test articles; setting up and configuring test equipment, systems, test articles, software, and the test environment for test; performing tests and assisting with engineering evaluation or analysis; summarizing results and issues encountered; and returning test space, articles, and systems to pre-test state once tests are complete

Qualification

RDT&E experienceMechanical principlesElectrical principlesFire protection experienceEngineering fabricationData analysisMS Office SuiteStandard proceduresTeamworkProblem-solving

Required

Associates degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or equivalent) plus 3 years' experience in RDT&E or Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline with >1 year fire protection experience

Must have experience that demonstrates solving complex technical problems

Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen with ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

Working knowledge of mechanical and electrical principles is required

Working knowledge of engineering fabrication of equipment is required

Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Demonstrated ability to operate basic equipment and follow standard procedures

Preferred

Experience in operation and/or evaluation of firefighting equipment and/or experience in firefighting

Basic knowledge of regulations and standards pertaining to firefighting

Proficiency with MS Office Suite (e.g., Excel, Word)

Benefits

Balance life through a compressed work schedule: Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.

Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs.

Take time to recharge: You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.

Prioritize wellness: Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.

Better together: Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.

Build your financial future: Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.

Advance your education: Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.