Sr Technician (Elec)
Date: May 27, 2026
Location: Westford, MA, US
Company: MIT Lincoln Laboratory
Job Description
The individual in this role supports laboratory, research, and analytical activities under the direction of scientific or engineering personnel. They are responsible for operating highly technical and specialized experimental equipment, assisting with testing procedures, collecting and analyzing data, and helping ensure experiments are completed accurately and efficiently. This position requires a strong understanding of the technical and theoretical aspects of the work being performed, allowing the individual to troubleshoot issues, contribute to problem-solving efforts, and work with a high level of independence. In addition to supporting daily laboratory operations, the individual may provide guidance and training to lower-level technicians and serve as a technical resource within the team. Success in this role requires demonstrated technical expertise, attention to detail, strong hands-on skills, and the ability to perform effectively with little or no supervision.
Requirements
- Graduation from a two-year technical school or equivalent combination of education and training
- Minimum of 5 years of applicable hands-on technical experience
- Experience operating complex laboratory, research, or experimental equipment
- Strong understanding of laboratory procedures, testing methods, and technical concepts
- Ability to troubleshoot equipment and resolve technical issues independently
- Ability to work with minimal supervision and manage assigned tasks effectively
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
Hiring Range: $44.63 - $48.65
Job Grade: RDTEU-TECH SR
Disclaimer: MIT Lincoln Laboratory provides a typical hiring range as a good faith estimate of what we reasonably expect to offer for this position at the time of posting. The final salary offered to a selected candidate will depend on various factors, including—but not limited to—the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate’s experience, skills and education/training, internal equity considerations and applicable legal requirements. This range reflects base salary only and does not include additional forms of compensation or benefits.
At MIT Lincoln Laboratory, our exceptional career opportunities include many outstanding benefits to help you stay healthy, feel supported, and enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance. Benefits offered to employees include:
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans
- MIT-funded pension
- Matching 401K
- Paid leave (including vacation, sick, parental, military, etc.)
- Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs
- Mentorship programs
- A range of work-life balance options
- ... and much more!
Please visit our Benefits page for more information. As an employee of MIT, you can also take advantage of other voluntary benefits, discounts and perks.
Selected candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level DoD security clearance.
MIT Lincoln Laboratory is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or genetic information; U.S. citizenship is required.
Requisition ID: 43005
Nearest Major Market: Boston
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