State of North Carolina
Electronics Technician II (Radio Engineer) Job at State of North Carolina in Wil
State of North Carolina, Wilmington, NC, US, 28412
Salary: $43,738.00 - $55,745.00 Annually
Location : Union County, NC
Job Type: Permanent Full-Time
Job Number: 25-10574
Department: NC State Highway Patrol
Division: NC State Highway Patrol
Opening Date: 09/03/2025
Closing Date: 9/16/2025 5:00 PM Eastern
Job Class Title: Electronics Technician II
Position Number: 60085100
Section: Troop H Radio
Salary Grade: NC 11
Description of Work
The North Carolina State Highway Patrol's primary mission is to reduce collisions and make the highways of North Carolina as safe as possible. In addition to enforcing the state's traffic laws, state troopers also guide traffic during hurricane evacuations, re-route traffic around hazardous chemical spills, and they stand ready, should any act of terrorism occur.
Do you have the drive and curiosity to maintain telecommunications equipment? Join our team and play a key role in building and maintaining the equipment that helps keep patrol vehicles mission ready.
The primary purpose of the Electronics Technician II (Radio Engineer I) position within the North Carolina State Highway Patrol is to provide maintenance of mobile and portable telecommunications equipment in the state and patrol vehicles. The assigned workstation is Troop H Headquarters Radio Shop in Monroe, NC (Union County).
Job duties/responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Installing, managing, programming, maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing and/or exchanging modules in the following equipment:
Electronics Technician positions require the possession of or the ability to obtain (within first year of employment) a Federal Communications Commission General Radiotelephone Operator License within an or the equivalent that authorizes the establishment, operation, and repair of fixed/mobile voice/data transceivers, communication networks, speed enforcement devices and support the NCSHP telecommunications system.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
North Carolina State Highway Patrol (NCSHP) uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals.
The Minimum Education and Experience (E&E) is REQUIRED to qualify for this position. All work history and education (including accurate dates of employment/attendance) must be documented on the application. Transcripts may be attached to supplement education and work experience may include internships, volunteerism, and full and part-time work. Supplemental Questions are also a required part of the application: answers must reference education or work experience listed on the application. A complete, all-inclusive application maximizes an applicant's potential to qualify for the position, as well as receive the highest possible salary if selected for the position. Salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations for the advertised position. Click here for more information and application resources.
(Resumes may be attached as a supplement to the application but are not a substitution for a complete application.)
Management Preferences (Optional): These skills are not required but managers may choose to interview/select applicants who demonstrate Management Preferences.
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.
Associate's degree in electronics from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of progressive experience in the repair and maintenance of complex electronic systems including some responsibility for the design of electronic apparatus; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Based on the nature of work performed, may require appropriate licensure by the governing board or commission.
Supplemental and Contact Information
The North Carolina State Highway Patrol (NCSHP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), we are committed to full inclusion of qualified applicants and will review requests for reasonable accommodation to perform essential job functions during the hiring process or while on the job.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
For applicants with student loans, becoming a state employee may include eligibility for Visit to learn more.
Transcripts
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application. Please log in to your Government Jobs account and click "Application Status." If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by the hiring manager. If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification.
For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact Racquel Sanders at
***Applicants can search for jobs using hashtags. Insert hashtag for the appropriate division (Examples):
NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.
For permanent and time-limited appointments:Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.
01
To qualify for this position, applicants must possess the required "Minimum Education and Experience" AND all "Knowledge, Skills and Abilities" listed on the job posting. I understand that my application MUST include a complete work history in the "Work Experience" section, all education in the "Education" section, and credentials in the "Certificates and Licenses" section. I understand that a resume is NOT a substitute for completing the sections Listed above. Also, I understand that Supplemental Questions are part of the application, and the answers are used in the screening process; all questions must be answered completely and accurately.
02
Which of the following is the highest Level of education you have completed?
03
How many years of experience do you have in the repair and maintenance of electric systems?
04
If you answered YES to the previous question, please describe your experience in the repair and maintenance of electric systems and indicate in which job(s)/position(s) you gained this experience. If you answered NO above, please enter N/A below.
05
Do you have experience using a computer and associated programs (e.g. Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word and Excel)
06
Please select each of the following applications you have experience utilizing:
07
Do you have knowledge or experience of installation maintenance and repair of telecommunications equipment?
08
Please select each of the following telecommunications equipment you have knowledge or experience with. If you answered NO, please select none of the above.
09
Do you experience working with OEM vehicle electronics?
Required Question
Location : Union County, NC
Job Type: Permanent Full-Time
Job Number: 25-10574
Department: NC State Highway Patrol
Division: NC State Highway Patrol
Opening Date: 09/03/2025
Closing Date: 9/16/2025 5:00 PM Eastern
Job Class Title: Electronics Technician II
Position Number: 60085100
Section: Troop H Radio
Salary Grade: NC 11
Description of Work
The North Carolina State Highway Patrol's primary mission is to reduce collisions and make the highways of North Carolina as safe as possible. In addition to enforcing the state's traffic laws, state troopers also guide traffic during hurricane evacuations, re-route traffic around hazardous chemical spills, and they stand ready, should any act of terrorism occur.
Do you have the drive and curiosity to maintain telecommunications equipment? Join our team and play a key role in building and maintaining the equipment that helps keep patrol vehicles mission ready.
The primary purpose of the Electronics Technician II (Radio Engineer I) position within the North Carolina State Highway Patrol is to provide maintenance of mobile and portable telecommunications equipment in the state and patrol vehicles. The assigned workstation is Troop H Headquarters Radio Shop in Monroe, NC (Union County).
Job duties/responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Installing, managing, programming, maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing and/or exchanging modules in the following equipment:
- Mobile and portable voice/data transmitting and receiving equipment.
- Mobile Data Computers (MDC).
- Digital processed speed measuring instruments.
- Mobile and fixed video surveillance equipment.
- Mobile emergency lighting and warning systems.
- Mobile antennas.
- Special electronics and telecommunications testing equipment and associated electronic, electrical, and mechanical equipment.
- Diagnosing and repairing diverse electronic and telecommunications equipment.
- Continuously learning and adapting to evolving methods, processes, and protocols.
- Reading and comprehending technical manuals and reference materials.
- Gaining and applying knowledge of NCSHP rules, regulations, policies, procedures, directives, documentation, training materials, and geographic areas.
Electronics Technician positions require the possession of or the ability to obtain (within first year of employment) a Federal Communications Commission General Radiotelephone Operator License within an or the equivalent that authorizes the establishment, operation, and repair of fixed/mobile voice/data transceivers, communication networks, speed enforcement devices and support the NCSHP telecommunications system.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
North Carolina State Highway Patrol (NCSHP) uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals.
The Minimum Education and Experience (E&E) is REQUIRED to qualify for this position. All work history and education (including accurate dates of employment/attendance) must be documented on the application. Transcripts may be attached to supplement education and work experience may include internships, volunteerism, and full and part-time work. Supplemental Questions are also a required part of the application: answers must reference education or work experience listed on the application. A complete, all-inclusive application maximizes an applicant's potential to qualify for the position, as well as receive the highest possible salary if selected for the position. Salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations for the advertised position. Click here for more information and application resources.
(Resumes may be attached as a supplement to the application but are not a substitution for a complete application.)
Management Preferences (Optional): These skills are not required but managers may choose to interview/select applicants who demonstrate Management Preferences.
- Experience with working +12V vehicle electronic systems
- Experience with installation of telecommunications equipment (including modems, GPS, radio transceivers).
- Experience with assembly of vehicles.
- Experience with disassembly of vehicles.
- Experience using Microsoft software applications (Outlook, Word, Excel)
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.
Associate's degree in electronics from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of progressive experience in the repair and maintenance of complex electronic systems including some responsibility for the design of electronic apparatus; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Based on the nature of work performed, may require appropriate licensure by the governing board or commission.
Supplemental and Contact Information
The North Carolina State Highway Patrol (NCSHP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), we are committed to full inclusion of qualified applicants and will review requests for reasonable accommodation to perform essential job functions during the hiring process or while on the job.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
For applicants with student loans, becoming a state employee may include eligibility for Visit to learn more.
Transcripts
- Attaching transcripts is optional, however, we recommend applicants attach unofficial transcripts to assist in providing credit for education including in substituting education gained for experience. Additionally, qualifying for some positions may require validating hours of coursework in a specific field of study and transcripts are crucial to awarding credit. Degrees and transcripts must be achieved from an appropriately accredited college or university.
- Applicants who earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, must attach an unofficial transcript to receive credit for education.
- International degrees and transcripts must be evaluated for accreditation by a recognized evaluation service by the closing date of this posting. Failure to provide documentation may result in ineligibility. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options to provide credential verification:
- Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty that includes Character of Discharge - Member 4 or Service 2 form) to the application.
- Applicants seeking National Guard Preference:
- A current member of the North Carolina National Guard in good standing must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS).
- A former member of the North Carolina National Guard who served for at least 6 years and were discharged under honorable conditions, must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application. Please log in to your Government Jobs account and click "Application Status." If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by the hiring manager. If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification.
For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact Racquel Sanders at
***Applicants can search for jobs using hashtags. Insert hashtag for the appropriate division (Examples):
- #SHP (State Highway Patrol)
NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.
For permanent and time-limited appointments:Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.
01
To qualify for this position, applicants must possess the required "Minimum Education and Experience" AND all "Knowledge, Skills and Abilities" listed on the job posting. I understand that my application MUST include a complete work history in the "Work Experience" section, all education in the "Education" section, and credentials in the "Certificates and Licenses" section. I understand that a resume is NOT a substitute for completing the sections Listed above. Also, I understand that Supplemental Questions are part of the application, and the answers are used in the screening process; all questions must be answered completely and accurately.
- Yes I understand
02
Which of the following is the highest Level of education you have completed?
- High School Diploma or GED Certificate
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Some College
- Did not graduate from high school or receive a GED
03
How many years of experience do you have in the repair and maintenance of electric systems?
- Less than 2 years
- 2 years
- 3 -5 years
- 5 years or more
- No experience
04
If you answered YES to the previous question, please describe your experience in the repair and maintenance of electric systems and indicate in which job(s)/position(s) you gained this experience. If you answered NO above, please enter N/A below.
05
Do you have experience using a computer and associated programs (e.g. Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word and Excel)
- Yes
- No
06
Please select each of the following applications you have experience utilizing:
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- None of the above
07
Do you have knowledge or experience of installation maintenance and repair of telecommunications equipment?
- Yes
- No
08
Please select each of the following telecommunications equipment you have knowledge or experience with. If you answered NO, please select none of the above.
- Modems
- GPS
- Radio tranrecievers
- Antennas
- None of the above
09
Do you experience working with OEM vehicle electronics?
- Yes
- No
Required Question