AI&T Technician
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Leidos’ Defense Systems / Manufacturing is seeking a talented AI&T Test Technician to join our team at our PIF location in Huntsville, AL. This position will work along a group of test engineers (electrical/mechanical) and test technicians, performing hardware and software configuration as well acceptance and qualification testing of DoD deployable units.
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Primary Responsibilities
Responsible for managing production assembly, fabrication of materials, test operations including set-up calibration and operation of machines used in the production and testing process. Duties may include ensuring that high-quality manufacturing production operations happen on schedule and within the cost objective.
Work along a group of test engineers (electrical/mechanical) and test technicians, performing hardware and software configuration as well acceptance and qualification testing of DoD deployable units.
Candidate will also handle all tasks assigned by the supervisor and may aid in writing reports and updating records.
Will be part of a diverse team whose work will include setting up test equipment, performing functional testing of launcher hardware, confirming software functionality, setting up dynamic/climatic test environments, and subsystem AI&T.
Work will be conducted in a manufacturing environment.
Basic Qualifications
High School Diploma/GED with at least 3 years of relevant experience in assembly, integration, and/or acceptance testing.
Candidate must demonstrate relevant skills in one or more focus areas, have good interpersonal skills, and have the desire to work in a highly focused technical team.
Candidate must be able to work from production drawings, schematics, and work instructions.
Candidate must possess basic skills using hand tools, electrical troubleshooting (DMM), and MS Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
Candidate must be able to work independently, or as part of a team, in a dedicated workforce.
Visual Acuity: Strong near-vision and color discrimination to identify specific wire colors, read microscopic gauge labels, and route cables according to schematics.
Physical Posture: Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time.
Lifting & Carrying: Frequent lifting and transfer of production kits and spools weighing up to 35 lbs
Must be a US Citizen and possess (and be able to maintain) a Final Secret Clearance OR meet the eligibility to obtain (and maintain) a Secret Clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in acceptance testing including electrical devices, mechanical functions, software integration, and RF measurements.
An associate degree or higher in a relevant electrical, mechanical, or manufacturing field.
Have familiarity with working with electrical schematics and cable/wiring diagrams.
Have advanced experience reading mechanical assembly drawings, electrical schematics, and other manufacturing documentation.
Organizational skills to document test procedures, test reports and support configuration management of the test equipment.
Explosive/Ordinance training.
Torque and/or Safety Wire.
Experience in the functional testing of avionics components.
Material handling equipment: forklifts and/or overhead cranes.
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Original Posting:
August 14, 2026For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $50,700.00 - $91,650.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.