MQ-9 Engineering Technician

Position Description Title: MQ-9 Engineering Technician Location: Hybrid, maybe eligible for remote Clearance Requirement: Active Secret clearance Status: Full-Time About us Paradigm Max Q is redefining defense industry support. Founded in 2023, we combine elite talent with advanced analytics to deliver actionable solutions that improve readiness and reduce costs for the government and warfighter. With rapid growth and operations in 15 U.S. locations, we're driven by performance, innovation, and impact. Our mission: to deliver measurable results that strengthen national defense and empower those who serve. Join us as we shape the future of defense support. Job Summary Performs non-routine assignments of substantial variety and complexity on MQ-9 Unmanned Aircraft System, using operational precedents that are not fully applicable, such assignments that are typically parts of broader assignments, are screened to eliminate unusual design problems. This incumbent may plan such assignments. This technician receives technical advice from supervisor or engineer. Work is reviewed for technical adequacy (or conformity with instructions). This position may be assisted by lower-level technicians, and have frequent contact with professionals and others within the establishment, and performs one or a combination of such typical duties as: Developing or reviewing or trouble shooting designs or systems by extracting and analyzing a variety of engineering data, applying conventional engineering practices to develop, prepare, or recommend schematics, designs, specifications, electrical drawings and parts lists. (Examples of designs include: detailed circuit diagrams; hardware fittings or test equipment involving a variety of mechanisms; conventional piping systems; and building site layouts). Conducting tests or experiments requiring selection and adaptation or modification of a wide variety of critical test equipment and test procedures, preparing and operating equipment, recording data, measuring and recording problems of significant complexity that sometimes require resolution at a higher level, and analyzes data and prepares test reports. Applying methods outlined by others to limited segments of research and development projects, constructing experimental or prototype models to meet engineering requirements; conducts tests or experiments and redesigns as necessary and recording and evaluating data and reports findings. Benefits Statement: Paradigm Max Q provides eligible employees with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance; short term and long-term disability coverage; a 401(k)-retirement plan; paid time off (PTO) for vacation; and company paid holidays. The benefits package also includes reimbursement for a Planet Fitness Black Card membership. EEO Statement: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.