EOD Technician

Vickers and Nolan Enterprises (VNE) is an engineering company that provides Government projects and programs with experienced and dedicated system architects, engineers, subject matter experts (in tactical intelligence), and program managers. VNE also develops training courses and tools to prepare warfighters to effectively employ tactical intelligence systems and provide management guidance to the Government organizations that develop these systems.

VNE has earned a reputation for exceptional performance, innovation, agility, and responsiveness in the Intelligence Community (IC). We attack our mission with a comprehensive understanding of the data available and required; skilled research, design, development, integration, and testing of systems and software solutions; expertise in cybersecurity/information assurance and technology; programmatic, acquisition, and logistics support know-how; and our own unique training curricula that enables students to excel at intelligence operations across all levels of the community.

VNE is devoted to improving tactical operations at home and abroad by enabling the seamless transition of data across the intelligence community and developing/integrating solutions to unify operations and intelligence.

VNE is a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) founded in 2004 in Stafford, VA.

Qualifications

VNE, LLC is looking for two TS Cleared EOD Technicians

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

• High School or GED. Bachelor's degree preferred.

Experience:

• Graduate of Naval School Explosive Ordnance Disposal or FBI Hazardous Devices School or minimum TEN years of experience conducting counter-IED training to military/law enforcement EOD units, including construction of IEDTA.
• Demonstrated ability in electronics, carpentry, metal working, and small-scale fabrication.
• Experience in curriculum development.
• Experience preparing and maintaining reports, project files and presentations relative to assigned program.
• Experience providing information, expert advice, and guidance for the act of persuading others to consider recommendations made or to advocate for a position using abstract concepts and facts clearly and effectively to share with various entities.
• Experience leading analysis and training efforts on highly complex problems or mission specific operational problems.
• Experience directing technical teams on operational and / or developmental projects throughout system life cycle (to include development of requirements to final delivery).
• Experience providing instruction and mentorship to students on specific topics related to prior personal experience.
• TS level Clearance required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift various sizes of boxes/equipment (up to 50lbs), as well as move and unpack boxes.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time working at your desk and walk/stand for extended periods while working in the field environment.
• Ability to manage smaller projects/builds with little supervision.
• Ability to run Forklift or other heavy machinery.
• Ability to travel occasionally, limited to no more than six weeks per year.

Job Description:

• Design and construct inert Improvised Explosive Devices (IED) for Counter-IED training. Devices range from simple, open (uncontained) devices to large scale problems integrated into vehicles, buildings, and shipping containers. This requires advanced knowledge of the construction and function of hazardous devices including chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear attributes.
• Facilitate Counter-IED training at the individual and team level for public safety bomb technicians and military Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) operators. This includes conceiving realistic scenarios based upon real-world events, current threat doctrine, or potential threats related to evolving technologies.
• In the context of IED training aid (IEDTA) development, applies advanced technical knowledge to solve unusually complex problems that typically cannot be solved solely be referencing manufacturers' manuals or similar documents including determining the location and construction of circuitry, isolating malfunctions, and incorporating existing circuitry into design and construction of IEDTA.
• Design, prototype, and assemble circuits which provide function for IEDTA, including incorporation of commercially available products used as switches, power sources, and anti-intrusion devices. This includes using circuit design software for prototyping, testing, and commercial production.
• Safely and effectively use tools such as digital multi-meter, soldering station, and hand/power tools common to a workshop.
• Install IEDTA to accommodate training scenarios in vehicles, sheds, shipping containers, and other logical presentations. This includes the ability to incorporate features of the containers in IEDTA design such as use of vehicle wiring/power.
• Lift materials, equipment, and completed IEDTA for movement, storage, and installation in areas such as sheds, large trucks, vehicle trunks, etc. IEDTA commonly weigh more than fifty pounds.
• Provide technical guidance to lower-level technicians and effectively communicate with team members about designs, scenarios, work priorities, and training schedules.
• Perform general workshop duties and tasks supporting upkeep of facilities.
• Provide technical, administrative, program, and training support services to Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Critical Incident Response Group (CIRG), Counter IED Section (CIEDS), Render Safe Unit (RSU).
• Provide technical staffing for sustainment courses, field office trainings, or RSU courses.
• Assist the RSU with coordinating resources, preparing briefs, facilitating meetings or technical exchanges with the Department of Defense (DOD) and Other Government Agencies (OGAs), and as otherwise directed to support program management needs of the FBI.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work is carried out in a shop environment that is moderately illuminated, heated, and ventilated. Personnel may encounter unpleasant fumes and are at risk of sustaining cuts and bruises due to the use of tools in confined spaces. Furthermore, there are potential hazards posed by moving vehicles, such as forklifts, operating within the shop area.
• The job demands the ability to stand, use hands for tasks such as touching, handling, or feeling, and to communicate effectively through talking or hearing.
• Frequent walking, reaching with hands and arms, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling is necessary, often in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Occasionally, employees may need to sit, climb, or maintain balance.
• The position frequently involves lifting items that weigh up to 50 pounds.
• Employees may regularly encounter moving mechanical parts, extreme heat, and vibrations. Additionally, there may be occasional exposure to wet or humid conditions, high or precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, outdoor weather conditions, extreme cold, and a risk of electrical shock.The noise level in the work environment is typically loud and may include other challenging conditions.

Essential Duties of the Job:

• Ability to communicate task requirement information to client in a clear and concise manner.
• Must be able to sit and stand for prolonged periods of time, as well as lead and participate in meetings and working groups.
• Requires visual acuity to use a keyboard.
• Must be able to attend work each day, during scheduled hours, unless on travel or approved time off.
• Ability to work on computer for long periods, and communicate with individuals by telephone, email and face-to-face

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• While performing duties of job, employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hand to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear.
• Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• May be exposed to chemicals related to office equipment.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate (i.e. general office environment).

Benefits:

• 401 (K) w/ up to 3.5% Company Match
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Basic & Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Gym Membership (varies by location)
• Corporate-Sponsored Events