Apogee Engineering, LLC

Lab Test Technician – Tier 1

Apogee Engineering, LLC
Posted 10/20/2026full-timeScott AFB • Illinois • United StatesJuniorWebsite
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Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing Tier 1 technical support for lab operations and system testing, with a strong understanding of networking concepts and familiarity with lab/test equipment. Capable of adhering to safety and security protocols while supporting DoD communications systems and maintaining mission readiness.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Tier 1 Technical SupportNetworking Concepts (TCP/IP, LAN/WAN)Lab/Test Equipment (Oscilloscopes, Multimeters)DoD Satellite Communications (SATCOM)TS/SCI Clearance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
Cyber SecurityTCP/IPTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Provide Tier 1 (first-level) technical support for lab operations, system testing, and troubleshooting within the Systems Integration Lab supporting A2G2 and C3 systems
  • Assist in setup, configuration, operation, and maintenance of lab test equipment, communication systems, and network hardware used to replicate and validate A2G2/GIG connectivity
  • Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, calibration checks, and basic repairs on lab and test equipment
  • Execute test procedures, scripts, and checklists under senior engineers' or technicians' guidance to validate system performance, interoperability, and configuration changes
  • Support installation, integration, and regression testing of hardware/software upgrades before fielding to operational A2G2 gateway sites
  • Document test results, discrepancies, and lab activities in logs, trouble tickets, and configuration management systems
  • Monitor system/network status indicators and escalate anomalies or outages to Tier 2/Tier 3 engineering support
  • Maintain lab inventory, cabling, racks, and equipment labeling according to configuration management standards
  • Support cybersecurity compliance activities including patching, scanning, and documentation within the lab environment
  • Assist with receiving, staging, and shipping equipment supporting A2G2 sites and the lab environment
  • Participate in shift turnover briefs, status meetings, and after-action reviews
  • Adhere to safety, security, and government customer operational procedures
  • Provide on-call or rotating shift support as required to maintain 24/7 mission readiness

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Must be a US citizen
  • Must have and be able to maintain a TS/SCI level clearance
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • 1-2 years of experience in a lab, test, electronics, IT, or telecommunications support role, preferably within a DoD, government, or aviation communications environment
  • Basic understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, LAN/WAN) and communications systems fundamentals
  • Familiarity with lab/test equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, multimeters, network analyzers, or similar diagnostic tools
  • Ability to read and follow technical manuals, test procedures, schematics, and wiring diagrams
  • Prior experience supporting DoD satellite communications (SATCOM), airborne communications, or Command, Control, and Communications (C3) systems preferred
  • Familiarity with Global Information Grid (GIG) architecture, Air-to-Ground/Air-to-GIG Gateway (A2G2) systems, or similar DoD network gateway environments preferred
  • Experience in a Systems Integration Lab (SIL) or systems test/evaluation environment preferred
  • Must adhere to safety, security, and government customer operational procedures, including handling of classified material and systems

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Full-time employment
  • 10% travel may be required
  • On-call or rotating shift support as required to maintain 24/7 mission readiness, if applicable to task order requirements

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Hard Skills
System TestingTroubleshootingPreventive MaintenanceCalibration ChecksTest Procedures ExecutionConfiguration ManagementCybersecurity ComplianceDocumentation of Test ResultsBasic RepairsInventory Management
Soft Skills
CommunicationTeam CollaborationAttention to DetailProblem-SolvingAdaptability
Tools & Technologies
Spectrum AnalyzersNetwork AnalyzersDiagnostic ToolsConfiguration Management SystemsLab Equipment
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor's DegreeTS/SCI Clearance
Industry Keywords
DoDGovernment CommunicationsAviation CommunicationsGlobal Information Grid (GIG)Air-to-Ground/Air-to-GIG Gateway (A2G2)Systems Integration Lab (SIL)Command, Control, and Communications (C3)