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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Engineering Technician II - Data Acquisition and Analysis - PRTR - **Company:** Trax International - **Location:** Dahlgren, VA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Contract - **Skills:** System Testing, Data Logging - **Published:** October 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/86853456/1 ## About the Role * High school diploma or equivalent, with some vocational or technical training is desired * Three (3) years of experience performing standardized or prescribed assignments involving a sequence of related operations, following standard work methods on recurring assignments but receives explicit instructions on unfamiliar assignments * Proven technical assembly and troubleshooting skills for standard test equipment * Ability to perform basic instrument repair and maintenance procedures * Thorough knowledge of testing procedures and data acquisition techniques relevant to T&E * Demonstrated attention to detail to ensure accuracy in data recording, equipment maintenance, and testing procedures within the T&E process * Communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively and train lower-level technicians, ensuring technical standards are upheld throughout the teams Preferred Skills and Qualifications * Military experience * Prior experience working in a T&E environment * Involvement in testing and troubleshooting military-grade systems Physical Qualifications * The work of this position is performed in an environmentally controlled office environment * Must be capable of sitting and entering data on a computer keyboard for extended periods of time * Must be able to view computer monitor for extended periods of time * Must be capable of lifting 25 lbs. unassisted * Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the duties and responsibilities Terms of Employment & Eligibility Requirements * Must be a U.S. Citizen * Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent * Must possess a valid driver's license, without special restrictions * Must pass a pre-employment drug screening * Must be able to successfully complete a background check * Must possess or be able to obtain an interim clearance prior to employment and maintain security clearance for the duration of employment ## Description The Engineering Technician II at the Potomac River Test Range (PRTR) will have a foundational understanding of instrumentation supporting the testing of weapon systems. In this role, you will contribute to the successful execution of test operations. This role is ideal for a candidate who excels in documentation, analysis, and team-oriented environments, and who is committed to supporting high quality testing processes., * Responsible for Data Acquisition and Analysis in support of Weapons Systems and Munitions Testing * Capable of working cohesively with Government, Military, and fellow contractor personnel as a team member in a collaborative environment * Maintains test records/logs/data * Provides technical input on current test planning, execution, and reporting activities * Points out deviations and providing recommendations for remediation * Notes/observes equipment malfunctions * Observes and reports safety hazards to onsite safety personnel * Applies scientific skill and knowledge gained from previous technical coursework or experience, on the job training, mentorship and/or individual study * Reviews test documentation to assess adequacy, objectives and system test/system checkout procedures with respect to criteria based on appropriate military standards * Prepares Test Incident Reports (TIRs) documenting mission timeline * Records deviations from procedure and equipment failure/anomalies * Oversees preventive and corrective maintenance * Monitors test events to assess test conformity with approved test plans * Provides updates where discrepancies are observed * Maintains logs (written and/or digital) to record equipment failure, data collection problems and deviations from planned procedures. * Performs standardized or prescribed assignments involving a sequence of related operations * Follows standard work methods on recurring assignments but receives explicit instructions on unfamiliar assignments * Technical adequacy of routine work is reviewed on completion and non-routine work may be reviewed in progress * Follows specific instructions * Assembles or constructs simple or standard equipment or parts * Services or repairs simple instruments or equipment * Adjusts and operates equipment * Extracts engineering data from various prescribed but non-standardized sources * Processes the data following well-defined methods including elementary algebra and geometry * Presents the data in prescribed form * Other duties as assigned