Principal Technician, Testing & Qualification

ABOUT THE ROLE HALCON, is seeking a Senior Technician Testing & Qualification to support the development, verification, and qualification of advanced Electro-Optical (EO) Seeker Systems. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge defense technology, providing hands-on technical support for testing, integration, troubleshooting, and qualification activities throughout the product lifecycle. The successful candidate will play a key role in preparing and executing complex test activities, operating specialized equipment, collecting and documenting test results, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. RESPONSIBILITIES • Prepare, configure, and maintain test setups, instrumentation, fixtures, cables, and equipment required for EO seeker testing. • Execute component, subsystem, and system-level testing in accordance with approved procedures and engineering instructions. • Support seeker assembly, integration, installation, and configuration during development and qualification programs. • Operate EO test equipment, laboratory instrumentation, and data acquisition systems. • Perform functional inspections, verification checks, and basic troubleshooting of seeker systems and test setups. • Accurately capture test data, observations, measurements, and results while maintaining comprehensive test documentation. • Assist engineers in fault investigation, root cause analysis, and resolution of hardware or test-related issues. • Support environmental, performance, qualification, verification, and field testing activities. • Verify calibration status and serviceability of all test equipment before use. • Maintain laboratory readiness through proper upkeep of equipment, tooling, cables, and test fixtures. • Ensure correct identification, handling, configuration control, and traceability of units under test.Comply with laboratory, ESD, laser safety, quality, and operational procedures at all times.