Mechanical Engineering - Cleared Contractor - L4

You'll also be working closely with design teams to stay current on system updates and incorporate feedback into your training materials, all while troubleshooting issues and keeping operations running smoothly. Essential Functions: Set up, configure, and document hardware and software systems for testing, including loading both custom and commercial software onto multiple platforms.

This job is with Encode Inc, a fully owned subsidiary of LanceSoft.


Job Title: Senior Specialist, Integration & Test Engineer (Mechanical Integration Engineer)

Job Code: 38547

Job Location: Chantilly, VA (On-Site)

Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

Setting it up, testing it, and teaching others how to use it a a complex communications system. You'll be working in a fast-moving environment where you're constantly integrating new tech (both hardware and software) while keeping everything running smoothly. You'll be leading both classroom sessions and hands-on training, breaking down complicated technical stuff into language people can understand and use. You'll also be working closely with design teams to stay current on system updates and incorporate feedback into your training materials, all while troubleshooting issues and keeping operations running smoothly.


Essential Functions:


Set up, configure, and document hardware and software systems for testing, including loading both custom and commercial software onto multiple platforms.
Develop and lead structured training sessions that help users understand and retain what they're learning.
Build, configure, troubleshoot, and integrate new and existing hardware packages to roll out upgrades, deploy applications, and enhance system capabilities.
Take full responsibility of the hardware configuration process, master the system inside and out, and train others to use it effectively.
Support day-to-day training system operations and keep everything running smoothly.
See training classes through from start to finish, making sure participants leave confident and capable.
Travel occasionally to support training and system integration at different locations.


Qualifications:


Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
Active TS/SCI w/ Poly Clearance is required.


Preferred Additional Skills:


Solid understanding of engineering principles, particularly verification and validation processes.
US Military Training Certifications are a big plus.
Self-starter who can work independently without needing constant direction.
Comfortable working directly with customers and their leadership teams.
Eager to learn through self-study, hands-on experience, and pick up knowledge from teammates.
Proven ability to lead small, diverse teams in fast-paced environments while staying humble and collaborative.
Strong communicator in both speaking and writing, with solid skills in MS Word and PowerPoint.
Experience explaining complex technical topics to different audiences, whether that's fellow engineers, program managers, or customer leadership.
Proficient in developing and working with MS Excel spreadsheets and data.
Train-the-trainer certifications are highly valued.
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