The Vaccine Clinical Materials Program (VCMP), part of Leidos Biomedical Research at the Frederick National Lab, supports the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) Vaccine Research Center (VRC). Its' mission is to advance preclinical and clinical research, product development, and manufacture of novel clinical-stage vaccines and biologics to address current and/or emerging infectious diseases of global significance (e.g. HIV-AIDS, Influenza, Ebola, Malaria, Novel Coronavirus, Tuberculosis). The VCMP is responsible for the operation of a Frederick MD -based pilot plant facility and is actively engaged in cGMP manufacture, testing, release, and supply of Phase I /II clinical products for investigational use in the US and globally.

KEY ROLES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to the cGMP Maintenance Supervisor, the Electronics Technician, Maintenance III will be responsible for: the repair, fabrication, modification, maintenance, installation and testing of a full range of electronic pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical instruments used in research and industry;

• Checking schematic diagrams and equipment manuals to isolate causes of instrument malfunctions
• Checking electronic alignment of instruments according to calibrating standards using electronic testing equipment
• Disassembling and replacing components such as vacuum tubes, thermocouples, transistors, etc.
• Redesigning existing circuits to meet special requirements
• Modifying equipment for miniaturization and efficiency of operation
• Periodically inspecting instruments and support systems
• Conducting standard tests on newly installed support systems
• Assisting in maintaining reserve essential components
• Servicing such items as autoclaves, sterilization ovens, system controls, water filtration systems and scientific alarms
• Performing emergency call duty on a rotating basis (covering alarm calls after hours from 5 PM to 5 AM
• Administration of the Scientific Alarm System and Building Automation System
• Critical process equipment preventive maintenance (including clean steam generators, water for injection stills, pharmaceutical water system, sterilization autoclaves and water softeners)
• Working independently and subject to 24-hour call for emergency repairs. Assignments are reviewed for workmanship and adherence to standards

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

To be considered for this position, you must minimally meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below:

• Possession of high school diploma or equivalent plus one (1) year of vocational or manufacturer's instruction in electronic industrial instrumentation and pneumatic controls
• In addition to educational requirements, six (6) years of craft-related experience
• Ability to read electrical schematics and blueprints; diagnose and repair malfunctions on a wide variety of electronic, pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical instruments; use a wide range of precision electronic testing equipment
• Knowledge of advanced electronic, pneumatic, and mechanical principles
• Knowledge of a wide variety of complex electronic controls, sensory and recording systems used in research
• Knowledge of safety practices in the trade
• Ability to perform physical duties including
  • Lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs.
  • Walking, standing, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, and working in confined areas, potential exposure to particulates, vapor, and noisy environment
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates with these desired skills will be given preferential consideration:

• Experience working in a controlled laboratory environment, preferably GMP

JOB HAZARDS

• This position is subject to working in or have the potential to exposure to high noise levels for extended periods of time requiring medical clearance
• This position may require continuous or intermittent exposure to and exertion in environmental conditions such as working outdoors, temperature extremes, humidity extremes. etc. as part of the job

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) | Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V) | Drug Free Workplace (DFW)

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